# Baby-Terrorizing Photography Tierney Gearon Hones in on the Dysfunctional Family By Meghan Young | Published 2010-03-29 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tierney-gearon References: [lifelounge](http://www.lifelounge.com/blog/Gold) & [tierneygearon](http://www.tierneygearon.com/) I don't know how else to describe Tierney Gearon's [family photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/still-life-1) other than with the word 'dysfunctional.' I feel as though there is no such thing as a 'dysfunctional family' considering that every family is dysfunctional in its own way. That said, there is some exceptional 'dysfunctionality' going on in Tierney Gearon's portfolio. It's true that she exposes "[mother and children](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/strong-like-mom) with such honesty and tenderness to the point of drawing controversy," as [Life Lounge](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hydrafacial-treatments) observes. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.8/10 - Popularity: 98% | Activity: 99% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## 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 - **Dysfunctional-family Photography:** Opportunity for photographers to capture the raw and honest moments of unconventional families, challenging traditional notions of family photography. - **Controversial Portraiture:** Opportunity for artists to push boundaries and challenge societal norms through provocative and unconventional portraiture. - **Embracing Authenticity:** Opportunity for photographers to embrace and celebrate the unique dynamics and complexities of all types of families, promoting inclusivity and representation. ### Where This Applies - **Photography:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for photographers to explore unconventional styles and subjects, pushing the boundaries of traditional family photography. - **Art:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for artists to defy norms and provoke discussions through unconventional and controversial art forms. - **Social Advocacy:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for individuals and organizations to use photography and art to advocate for inclusivity and challenge societal expectations around family dynamics. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Imperfect Photography Celebrations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nonnas-cam.md) - [Family-Centric Footwear Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/joyful-chaos-family.md) - [Personal Nostalgic Photo Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holy-ohio.md) - [Humorous Parenting Guides](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eat-pray-cry.md) - [Life Mess-Honoring Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/imperfect-home.md) - [Intergenerational Fashion Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gapstudios-fw25.md) - [Aspirational Mother's Day Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/strong-like-mom.md) - [Unique Artistic Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amusebouche.md) - [Boundary-Pushing Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/briony-douglas-1.md)