The Photography in Design Trend Report 2025

The 2025 Stills Photography in Design Trend Report explores the visual directions shaping creative work in the year ahead, highlighting how designers can cut through oversaturated content with imagery that feels authentic, raw, and emotionally resonant. Covering trends such as candid photography, abstract textures, dark imagery, high-flash Y2K aesthetics, JPEG artifacting, and collage-inspired visuals, the report provides inspiration and practical insights for brands and creatives looking to connect with audiences in fresh, relatable ways.