Real Life Harlequin Shoots

Will Davidson for Russh #34 Makes for a Hot and Sweaty Photoshoot

The Will Davidson for Russh #34 photoshoot is so hot, it hurts. Seriously, this guy is making photographs that will make women (and like-minded men) swoon for Tony Ward, the leading man.

Basically imitating the Harlequin romance novel covers that feature a strapping man holding a barely clothed woman tight, Will Davidson for Russh #34 does the genre proud. But these photos are so much hotter, because the people in them are real--and really, really pretty.

Real-life Romance Novel Shoots
Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the photography industry through the creation of more realistic and engaging photoshoots that imitate classic romance novels.
Sensual Photography
Innovative ways to capture and display sensuality in images, providing photographers new opportunities to sell their skills to clients looking for a more immersive experience.
Diversity in Romance Novel Shots
As the demand for more diversity in romance novels increases, there is the potential for more diverse models to be featured in photography as well.

Industries Being Reshaped

Publishing
Opportunities for publishing companies to include more realistic and diverse photography for book covers, potentially increasing sales and reader engagement.
Fashion
Opportunities for fashion photographers to capture more sensuality in their images for clothing brands, potentially increasing sales and customer engagement.
Modeling
Opportunities for models of diverse backgrounds to be featured in romantic photoshoots, potentially increasing representation and opportunities in the modeling industry.
SCORE
2.1 out of 10
GENDER
10% Men90% Women
MARKETTop markets: North America, Europe
GENERATION
  • Gen Z
  • Gen Alpha
  • Gen X
  • Millennial (primary audience)
POPULARITY
Popularity 39%
Activity 15%
Freshness 8%