# Ambiguous Infrared Portraits The In between Image Series by Tuomo Rainio Conceptualizes Life By Jana Pijak | Published 2013-07-16 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tuomo-rainio References: [lanciatrendvisions](http://www.lanciatrendvisions.com/en/article/at-the-edge-of-change-in-between-by-tuomo-rainio) & [tuomorainio.fi](http://tuomorainio.fi) Juxtaposing digital media, information technology and the art of [optical perception](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/making-the-invisible-visible), the "In between" image series by Tuomo Rainio embraces reversed and infrared imagery. The Finnish visual artist experiments with both static and moving subjects that are captured in [black and white](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/profiles-in-color). While his subjects are ambiguous and conceptual, one can easily relate to their ordinary appearance and equally simplistic everyday tasks that they are captured engaging in. Tuomo Rainio successfully mixes [still and recorded images](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/art-displays) to capture this artful commentary on the stillness of life. He toys with an idea of constant change that does not rely on time itself. This ever-changing process is instead meant to be organic and a conceptual depiction of some of life's most important themes. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.0/10 - Popularity: 44% | Activity: 9% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Live Arts](https://www.trendhunter.com/livearts) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Reversed Imagery:** Exploring the use of reversed imagery in art and media can provide opportunities for creative expression and new aesthetic perspectives. - **Infrared Imaging:** The integration of infrared imaging in photography and visual arts opens up possibilities for unique and captivating visual experiences. - **Conceptual Depictions:** Creating conceptual depictions in art and media allows for thought-provoking storytelling and exploration of deeper themes. ### Who This Affects Most - **Art and Photography:** Incorporating reversed and infrared imagery techniques in art and photography can revolutionize visual storytelling and attract new audiences. - **Media and Advertising:** Utilizing reversed and infrared imagery in media and advertising campaigns can help brands stand out and create memorable visual narratives. - **Technology and Imaging:** Advancements in technology and imaging techniques offer disruptive innovation opportunities for incorporating reversed and infrared imagery in various industries. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Blurry Abstract Photography Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/optical-allusion.md) - [Fluid Function Art Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/optical-flow.md) - [Photography Project Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/still-life-1.md) - [AI-Generated Retrofuturistic Objects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retrofuturistic-objects.md) - [Artistic Photography Instant Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moir-21-instant-film-camera.md) - [Juxtaposing Digital Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/riflessi.md) - [Painting-Immersive Photo Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-ground-exhibition.md) - [Artful Reflective Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-space-in-between.md) - [Emotional Light Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miror-collection.md)