# Sculptural Deity Portraits The Mask Sasha Marini Editorial is Artfully Dramatic By Jana Pijak | Published 2013-01-07 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-mask-sasha-marini References: [malemodelscene.net](http://www.malemodelscene.net/models/sasha-marini/mask-johannes-diboky/) & [sashamarini](http://www.sashamarini.com) 'The Mask' Sasha Marini editorial is captured by the lens of photographer Johannes Diboky. The Italian Scout model is both stoic and powerful in a [monochromatic image series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jiyongkim-fw25) that is artfully dramatic. Sasha is groomed by hair and makeup artist Kathrin Tollas who gives him a manly bearded look and a sleek haircut that highlights his dark facial features. Posing with a [tribal idol statue](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gabriel-chaile), the model showcases a variety of poses and facial expressions that channel the spirit of the deity. 'The Mask' Sasha Marini editorial is lensed in high contrast, giving it an aesthetic that is dramatic and visually bold. Exuding [rugged masculinity](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tough-guys-soft-sweaters), this portrait series shines a light on the bearded model and explores both tribal and spiritually-infused imagery. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.1/10 - Popularity: 56% | Activity: 59% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/stylephotography) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Sculptural Deity Portraits:** A trend of capturing models with tribal deity sculptures in visually bold, high contrast portrait series. - **Monochromatic Image Series:** A trend of using only one color in image series for dramatic effect. - **Spiritually-infused Imagery:** A trend of exploring spirituality and tribal elements in fashion editorials. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion Photography:** The fashion photography industry can innovate by incorporating tribal deity sculptures and spiritual elements in their shoots to create unique and visually striking images. - **Cosmetics and Grooming:** Cosmetics and grooming industries can capitalize on the trend of enhancing masculine features like beards and dark facial features to cater to the growing demand for men's grooming products. - **Art and Sculpture:** The art and sculpture industries can innovate by incorporating tribal deity sculptures in modern art pieces to create culturally relevant and distinctive works of art. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Runway-Inspired Peel-Off Masks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glass-001-artistry-mask.md) - [Glamorous Artful Bronze Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sweet-jane.md) - [Restyled Cinematic Makeup Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/il-pranzo-campaign.md) - [Emotive Inflatable Masks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lian-mask.md) - [Artful Anime-Blending Split Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/split-bust.md) - [Body Paint Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miley-cyrus-maison-margiela.md) - [Striking Wearable Sculpture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wearable-sculpture-1.md) - [Stunning Origami Portraits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/origami-portaits.md) - [Identity-Exploring Clothing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shapes-we-take.md)