# Fantastical Avian Compositions Zack Seckler's 'Birds' Series Examines His Avian Obsession By Vasiliki Marapas | Published 2014-11-07 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zack-secklers References: [featureshoot](http://www.featureshoot.com/2014/11/adorable-photos-of-birds-inspired-by-childrens-storybooks/) & [zackseckler](http://www.zackseckler.com/) New York-based photographer Zack Seckler explores his fascination with wild creatures his series 'Birds.'As a child, Seckler's curiosity was far from satiated by unremarkable school trips to the zoo. Now, as an adult, he is able to use this series as a vehicle with which he can revisit his childhood enchantment with the animal kingdom. Seckler photographed the animals on-location at a [exotic pet company](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/perchcare) based out of Connecticut. Each animal revealed its own distinctive personality throughout the process; for instance, some birds were cheerful and talkative, while others remained watchful and quiet. After photographing the birds, Seckler superimposed them onto backgrounds inspired by [different island locales](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/structural-botany), from Bermuda to Costa Rica. The birds loom large in each setting, appearing as the avian kings of a fantastical realm. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.4/10 - Popularity: 35% | Activity: 29% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/stylephotography) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Wildlife Photography:** Opportunity for innovation in the field of photographing animals in their natural habitat, potentially using new technology to capture more candid shots - **Virtual Reality Photography:** Opportunity for virtual reality technology to be used in photography, allowing viewers to interact with the photographed subjects or settings - **Nature-inspired Photography:** Opportunity to create works of art that blend the natural world with digital media and technology ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Entertainment:** Opportunity for innovative ways to incorporate wildlife photography and virtual reality into entertainment mediums like video games or immersive experiences - **Tourism:** Opportunity to use wildlife photography as a means of promoting tourism to natural areas, showcased through virtual reality experiences or nature-inspired art installations - **Advertising:** Opportunity for ad campaigns to incorporate wildlife photography and nature-inspired art for increased engagement ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Vibrant Bird-Inspired Artful Puzzles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/macar-parrot.md) - [Striking Urban Wildlife Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clare-allin.md) - [Modernism Birdhouse Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dwellings-project.md) - [Smart Hummingbird Feeders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/feathersnap-hummingbird-feeder.md) - [Public Art Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paul-anthony-smith.md) - [Targeted Bird Seed Blends](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cool-birds.md) - [Pride-Honoring Bird Figurines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pride-birds.md) - [Photography Project Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/still-life-1.md) - [Stealthy Smart Garden Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wonder-block.md)