# Precariously Placed Photography Julian Hibbard's 'Threshold Pt. 5' Encourages Imagination By Meghan Young | Published 2010-10-22 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/threshold-pt-5 References: [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/gallery/Threshold-Pt_5/531881) & [julianhibbard](http://www.julianhibbard.com) New York-based photographer Julian Hibbard has another impressive portfolio on hand entitled 'Threshold Pt. 5.' Working off his predominant [cinematic theme](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alastair-philip-wiper), they are as dark, gritty and stylized as the rest of his work. Each image in the 'Threshold Pt. 5' [photo series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holy-ohio) begs to be intertwined into a tale of your own making. By capturing a moment, you can't help but wonder what led up to it and where it will continue to lead. Kudos, Hibbard, for encouraging even more imagination from your audience. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.6/10 - Popularity: 90% | Activity: 70% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% 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) > [Photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/stylephotography) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Dark Photography:** Hibbard's work showcases the appeal of darkness in artistic photography, which may inspire other photographers to embrace this aesthetic. - **Imaginative Storytelling Photography:** The 'Threshold Pt. 5' series exemplifies the storytelling potential of photography, which can lead to innovation in how photographers approach their craft and convey their message. - **Cinematic Photography:** Hibbard's cinematic style of photography may lead to the development of new techniques and tools that blur the lines between photography and videography. ### Where This Applies - **Artistic Photography:** Hibbard's work may influence other photographers to experiment with their artistic expression and push boundaries in their respective niches. - **Film and Television Production:** The 'cinematic' quality of Hibbard's photography could lead to its adoption among filmmakers and television producers, who may seek to incorporate photography influences into their visual style. - **Creative Writing:** Hibbard's 'Threshold Pt. 5' series may inspire creative writers, prompting them to incorporate photographic imagery into their storytelling and explore the possibilities of cross-medium narratives. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Painting-Immersive Photo Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-ground-exhibition.md) - [Blurry Abstract Photography Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/optical-allusion.md) - [Public Art Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paul-anthony-smith.md) - [AI-Generated Poetic Photo Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emilio-alarcn.md) - [Photography Project Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/still-life-1.md) - [Abstract Geometric Solo Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/impermanent-state-of-being.md) - [Otherwordly Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/william-monk.md) - [Interactive Colorful Art Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/david-hockney-bigger-closer.md) - [Skateboard-Themed Photography Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rabbit-hole-1.md)