# Fierce Fireball Photography The 'Towards Another (Big Bang) Theory' Series is Captivating By Meghan Young | Published 2012-01-22 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/towards-another-big-bang-theory References: [mymodernmet](http://www.mymodernmet.com/profiles/blogs/fiery-mid-air-explosions) & [geoffreyhshort.photoshelter](http://geoffreyhshort.photoshelter.com/) Fire might be a very destructive element, but the 'Towards Another (Big Bang) Theory' photo series shows how beautiful it can be as well. An awesomely powerful force, these [fiery balls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bonflame) are breathtaking. Photographed by Geoffrey H. Short for his graduate exhibition at the Elam School of Fine Arts, [University of Auckland](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baublebar-collegiate-collection), the Towards Another (Big Bang) Theory series is an ongoing project. To capture these mesmerizing scenes, Short hires film industry special effects technicians to create massive explosions on the black sands of New Zealand. The Towards Another (Big Bang) Theory photo series encourages people to not only reflect on the creation of the universe, but also on more modern events such as terrorist attacks and nuclear bombs. It explores ideas such as risk, terror, beauty and death. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 45% | Activity: 15% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: 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 - **Fireball Art:** Artistic expressions using fire can be the next medium to capture people's attention and emotions. - **Explosive Photography:** Innovating tools and techniques for taking pictures of explosive events can create a new genre of photography. - **Reflection Through Art:** Art can provide new perspectives and venues for people to reflect on current events and issues. ### Where This Applies - **Art and Design:** Artists and designers can explore the use of fire and explosion as a new medium for creative expression and innovation. - **Film and Entertainment:** There are opportunities to innovate film special effects techniques through new ways of portraying explosions and fireballs. - **News and Media:** News outlets and media companies can use art and photography as a medium to communicate serious issues and events to the public in a unique way. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Physics-Informed Digital Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/motion-sculpture.md) - [Festive Light Painting Techniques](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/light-painting-1.md) - [Lightning-Inspired Artful Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bright-light-shining.md) - [Volcanic Lighting Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lighting-installation.md) - [Destructive Nature Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keita-miyazaki.md) - [Explosion-Damaged Sculpture Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/light-into-darkness.md) - [Concept-Driven Public Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ivan-toth-depea.md) - [Mesmerizing Sculpture Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mesmerizing-sculpture.md) - [Fire-Inspired Artful Candelabras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forge-candelabra.md)