# War Vet Portraits Konstantin Suslov's WW2 Veterans Series is Heart-Warming and Humbling By Meghan Young | Published 2011-07-14 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ww2-veterans References: [fubiz.net](http://www.fubiz.net/2011/07/13/ww2-veterans/) & [konstantinsuslov](http://www.konstantinsuslov.com/eng/portfolio/ww2_veterans/) There is something truly humbling about the WW2 Veterans portrait series. Since it captures [celebrated war survivors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stripped-raw), people who have experienced things this pampered generation has thankfully never been subjected to, this series really makes viewers appreciate everything that they did. Shot by [photographer Konstantin Suslov](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/still-life-1) as his final university project, the WW2 Veterans portrait series has garnered a lot of attention. He writes, "In light of the 65th anniversary of the end of war, I felt that it was a timely moment to create a documental historical record of people across the world who were once united under the of the World War Two." Stoic yet poignant, the WW2 Veterans portrait series is definitely heart-warming. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.5/10 - Popularity: 72% | Activity: 55% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/stylephotography) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Documentary Photography:** The WW2 Veterans portrait series highlights the power of documentary photography to capture important historical moments and individuals. - **Veneration of War Survivors:** The series reflects a growing trend of honoring and admiring the accomplishments and sacrifices of war veterans. - **Generational Appreciation:** This project underscores a trend of younger generations appreciating and acknowledging the experiences of older generations. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Photography:** The photography industry can explore new opportunities in capturing impactful documentary portraits that preserve important historical moments. - **Veteran Services and Products:** Businesses catering to veterans can create products and services that celebrate and support war survivors, catering to the growing veneration trend. - **Education and Historical Preservation:** Institutions and organizations involved in education and historical preservation can use projects like this to foster a greater appreciation for the sacrifices and experiences of past generations. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Immigration System-Inspired Artworks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/passport-series.md) - [Explosion-Damaged Sculpture Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/light-into-darkness.md) - [Contemporary Military Fashion Brands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ukrainian-brand-rbtnk.md) - [Somber Commemorative Stamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/commemorative-stamp.md) - [Mental Health-Supporting Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-last-photo.md) - [Veteran-Honoring Networking Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/veterans-networking-app.md) - [Refined Vintage Militaristic Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-nicholson-fw25.md) - [Custom Pet Portraits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portrait-mom.md) - [Veteran-Focused Mental Health Initiatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stripped-raw.md)