# Psychedelic Streetography 'Urban Nights & Crazy Lights' by Rafael Andrade is like an Outdoor Rave By Marissa Brassfield | Published 2010-01-09 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urban-nights-crazy-lights References: [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/Gallery/Urban-Nights-_amp-Crazy-Lights/383425) If you're a fan of neon, psychedelia and/or [surreal cityscapes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/surreal-street-art-1), you'll appreciate 'Urban Nights & Crazy Lights' by Rafael Andrade. This stunning shoot features an array of [neon-lit scenes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fluorescence) accentuated by long exposures for a trippy effect. My favorite image from 'Urban Nights & Crazy Lights' by Rafael Andrade is the first image. The neon lights look like ghosts swirling down the street. Check out more [trippy photo features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-psychedelia) from Trend Hunter's archives below. **Implications** - Raver culture continues to gain a strong presence both in the music world as well as within mass society. While this kind of culture was once regarded as counter-culture, it has had a strong penetration on many consumers, who now favor saturated product colors and styles. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 77% | Activity: 9% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Modern](https://www.trendhunter.com/modern) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Neon-lit Scenes:** Exploring the use of neon lights in photography and art to create surreal cityscapes and trippy effects. - **Raver Culture:** The growing influence of raver culture in mainstream society and its impact on consumer preferences for saturated product colors and styles. - **Long Exposures:** Utilizing long exposures in photography to capture movement and create a psychedelic aesthetic. ### Where This Applies - **Photography:** Opportunities for photographers to experiment with neon lights, long exposures, and psychedelic effects in their work, catering to the growing interest in surreal cityscapes. - **Art:** Disruptive innovation opportunities for artists to incorporate raver culture, neon lights, and trippy effects into their artwork, appealing to a broad audience that appreciates psychedelic aesthetics. - **Fashion:** Raver-inspired fashion brands can capitalize on the influence of raver culture and the demand for saturated colors and styles, creating unique clothing and accessories that reflect the psychedelic streetography trend. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Night QSR Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mcdonalds-night-posters.md) - [Y2K-Inspired Neon Light Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neon-light-art.md) - [Digital Audio-Visual Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audiovisual-exhibition.md) - [Art-Appreciating Hazy IPAs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artistic-hazy-ipas.md) - [Wonderous Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/your-psychoacoustic-light-ensemble.md) - [Laser-Cut Urban Artistry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/laser-cut-city-maps.md) - [Neon Illustation-Donned Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crafted-world-exhibition-1.md) - [Vibrant City Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/craig-karl2.md) - [Lightning-Inspired Artful Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bright-light-shining.md)