# Ebony-and-Ivory Photography The Blackening Series Boasts a Battle of Two Shades By Meghan Young | Published 2011-04-08 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-blackening References: [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/gallery/The-Blackening/849980) & [leitorp](http://www.leitorp.com) As The Blackening photo series shows, sometimes it's not theatrics and stylized shoots that makes a portfolio compelling. Instead, it can be about a simple concept that is executed well. Shot by Denmark-based photographer Flemming Leitorp, The Blackening photo series centers around a beautiful model that is pretty much devoid of makeup. A [minimalist beauty shoot](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cosmetic-clinic), it plays with the idea of contrast, specifically the [conflicting colors of ebony and ivory](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ralph-pucci-pure-exhibition). With an interesting interaction between the two, the shoot will show you that one shade is clearly overcoming the other in The Blackening photo series. Consider its title if you can’t figure out exactly which one I’m referring to. I love how expressive the hands become in The Blackening series due not only to the [black paint](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/darkest-campaign-yet), but the direction of Leitorp as well. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.8/10 - Popularity: 86% | Activity: 81% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Minimalist Beauty Shoots:** Opportunity for photographers to explore the power of simplicity and contrast in their portfolios. - **Contrasting Colors:** Opportunity to create visually striking images by playing with and highlighting conflicting colors. - **Expressive Hands:** Opportunity to use body parts as a means of artistic expression in photography. ### Who This Affects Most - **Photography:** Photographers can use the concept of ebony and ivory contrast to create compelling and visually stunning images. - **Cosmetics:** Brands can explore the beauty of minimalistic makeup and embrace the natural look. - **Fashion:** Fashion designers can incorporate the concept of contrasting colors in their designs to create bold and eye-catching collections. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Jet Black Dessert Concept](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/opaque-2.md) - [Monochrome Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jiyongkim-fw25.md) - [Expressive Haircare Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/play-in-color.md) - [Material-Exploring Industrial-Style Lighting](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/industrialstyle-lighting.md) - [Black-Painted Shingle Art Studios](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/schindel-studio.md) - [Ebony-Accented EDC Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-james-brand-ebony-collection.md) - [Photography Project Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/still-life-1.md) - [Black-Colored Lip Tint Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/romnd-black-lip.md) - [Noir-Inspired Luxury Cosmetic Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rouge-noir.md)