# Fanciful Dreamlike Photography Taylor McCormick Captures a World Secretly Full of Magic & Mystery By Meghan Young | Published 2014-03-04 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/taylor-mccormick References: [fubiz.net](http://www.fubiz.net/en/2014/03/01/taylor-mccormick-photography/) & [taylormccormick](http://www.taylormccormick.com/) Whether ripping the fabric of time or embracing a fairy tale theme that has been enhanced with surreal qualities, the work of Taylor McCormick is enchanting and captivating. She falls into the growing category of [surreal photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/surreal-street-art-1), which bends the concept of reality with the help of a strong imagination as well as good Photoshop skills. Born in Edgewood, Kentucky, Taylor McCormick was raised in John's Creek, Georgia, and is currently a student at the [Savannah College of Art and Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anistone-lo-suede-biker). Through Flickr, Taylor McCormick has allowed her hobby turn into a passion and now a way of life. She writes on her website, "All she wants in the future is to be able to live off of her passion and [travel the world](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/epic-ai-travel-photos) with the people she loves." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 67% | Activity: 41% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/stylephotography) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Surreal Photography:** Surreal photography is becoming more popular, offering opportunities for photographers to experiment with bending reality and creating fantastical art through the use of imagination and editing tools. - **Magical Realism:** Magical realism is a growing trend in art and literature, presenting an opportunity for artists to combine fantastical elements with reality to create dreamlike worlds. - **Digital Art:** Digital art is on the rise as more artists embrace technology and software to create innovative and imaginative artwork, opening the door for new and unique forms of expression. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Art and Design:** The art and design industry can capitalize on the trend of surreal photography, magical realism, and digital art by embracing new forms of art and offering unique experiences to customers. - **Photography:** The photography industry can explore new avenues of creativity by experimenting with surreal photography and embracing digital tools to create imaginative artwork. - **Travel and Tourism:** The travel and tourism industry can work with artists who specialize in surreal photography to promote unique and fantastical destinations that transport customers to dreamlike worlds. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Vibrantly Colorful Dynamic Artwork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kayla-rumpp.md) - [Painting-Immersive Photo Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-ground-exhibition.md) - [AI-Generated Real-World Transformations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-generated-world.md) - [Statement Street Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/surreal-street-art-1.md) - [Chief Creative Photographer Jobs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grand-wailea.md) - [Vintage-Inspired Statement Swimwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tyler-mcgillivary-3.md) - [Surrealist Shopping Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dreams-is.md) - [Design-Centric Dynamic Artful Cakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artful-cake.md) - [Abstract Fantasy Home Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/abstract-fantasy-home.md)