# High-Definition Solar Photography The Sun by Alan Friedman Captures a Different Side of the Star By Meghan Young | Published 2013-02-13 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-sun-by-alan-friedman References: [thisiscolossal](http://www.thisiscolossal.com/2013/02/alan-friedmans-astonishing-hd-photographs-of-the-sun/) & [avertedimagination](http://www.avertedimagination.com/sun_1.htm) The Sun by Alan Friedman is a photo series centered around the center of the Solar System. Capturing the star in a way that few ever have, the Buffalo-based photographer shows the world stunning details of its fiery surface. This is an impressive feat considering that by day he is a maker of [greeting cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunset-spark-card-deck). Through the use of [special camera lens filters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iitala), the photo series succinctly titled The Sun by Alan Friedman looks more like a series of paintings. Full of swirls and wisps, the surface is much more textured than anyone could have imagined. Friedman writes, "My photographs comprise a solar diary, portraits of a moment in the life of our local star." Captivating log after captivating log, this is a diary that few will be able to put down. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.4/10 - Popularity: 99% | Activity: 84% | 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 - **Solar Photography Art:** Innovative photographers could incorporate HD solar photography into their work to create unique and visually stunning pieces. - **Advanced Camera Filters:** Developing and selling advanced camera filters could allow photographers to capture crisp, detailed images of the sun and other celestial bodies. - **Solar Exploration Technology:** Developing better technology to study the sun and other celestial bodies can lead to greater understanding of the universe. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Photography:** Advancements in filter technology and the trend towards incorporating science into art can create new opportunities for photographers and artists. - **Astronomy:** High-definition solar photography could help astronomers study the sun and other celestial bodies with greater accuracy, leading to new discoveries and insights. - **Space Exploration:** Advanced technology for observing the sun could lead to better understanding of our solar system and wider universe, spurring innovation in space exploration. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Glass Solar System Artwork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-solar-system-in-a-sphere.md) - [Solar Panel Artworks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-tapestry.md) - [Sunset-Sharing Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sharing-sunset.md) - [Painting-Immersive Photo Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-ground-exhibition.md) - [Vintage-Inspired Eclipse Posters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-eclipse-poster.md) - [Festive Light Painting Techniques](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/light-painting-1.md) - [Sunlight-Mimicking Panelled Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunne-lamp.md) - [Solar System-Inspired Lighting Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cosmooval.md) - [Summer-Inspired Photo Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/summer-dreaming-collection.md)