# Surreal Superimposed Shoots Jan Masny's Symmetry of Crystal Resembles an Inkblot Test By Meghan Young | Published 2011-04-06 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/symmetry-of-crystal References: [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/gallery/symetry-of-crystal/1190377) & [janmasny](http://www.janmasny.com/) The Symmetry of Crystal photo series questions the idea of what beauty is and what it means to be beautiful. An [abstract photographic project](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/still-life-1), it has been manipulated to create a surreal impact on the viewer. It challenges its audience to figure look for the core of each image rather than focusing on the distracting superimposed elements. Photographed by Jan Masny, the Symmetry of Crystal photo series seems to be modeled after the [Rorschach inkblots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crystal-sandsara) that encourage the idea of interpretations and different perspectives. With this in mind, one may have to embrace the disconcerting superimposed images in order to fully grasp the meaning behind each photo. Aside from this psychological aspect, the Symmetry of Crystal series is stunning on its own, especially since it incorporates [beautiful Swarovski crystals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magnus-collection). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.9/10 - Popularity: 22% | Activity: 27% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Cosmetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/cosmetics) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Abstract Photography:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop new techniques or software to create abstract photography with surreal impact. - **Psychological Art:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the intersection of art and psychology to create thought-provoking visual experiences. - **Crystal Manipulation:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Invent new ways to manipulate crystals in photography to create stunning and unique visuals. ### Where This Applies - **Photography:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate technology and software to enhance abstract photography techniques. - **Art:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Collaborate with psychologists and artists to create immersive and psychological art experiences. - **Jewelry:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore new ways to incorporate crystals and jewelry design to create visually striking pieces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Blurry Abstract Photography Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/optical-allusion.md) - [Crystal-Adorned Crushed Cans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sam-keller.md) - [Multifaceted Glass Crystal Fixtures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crystal-light-fixtures.md) - [Immersive Crystal Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/immersive-crystal-installation.md) - [Travel-Themed Fractured Mirrors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baggage-claim-mirrors.md) - [Maximalist Chandelier Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baccarat-x-harry-nuriev.md) - [Paper Curvature Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paper-curves.md) - [Artful Custom Mirror Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portraits-collection.md) - [Elegant Crystalline Decor Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ensemble.md)