Spanish artist Oscar Sanmartin has focused his artwork on surreal themes. Trains with tails and humans with flippers for feet have been at the center of his graphic illustrations. The authentic feel of his pieces has also been critical to his work, a theme that has been maintained with the help of sepia finishes and weathered pictures of young children.
Oxford shoes on wheels and apples with rib cage's are emblazoned across Sanmartin's canvases. And though these themes are distinct from one another, they are at the same time united via their imaginative and authentic qualities. In addition to being entirely visionary, they also capture a classic old world vintage vibe with minimal coloring and passé subject matter.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Surreal Art
- Exploring surreal themes and imagery in artwork can create disruptive innovation opportunities in the art industry by pushing the boundaries of traditional art forms.
- Authenticity in Art
- Emphasizing authenticity in artwork, through techniques like sepia finishes and weathered pictures, presents an opportunity for artists to stand out in a saturated market and connect with a nostalgic audience.
- Imaginative Illustrations
- Creating graphic illustrations that showcase imagination and visionary concepts can disrupt the illustration industry by offering unique and captivating visual experiences.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Art
- Incorporating surreal themes and emphasizing authenticity in art can disrupt the traditional art industry by providing fresh and unconventional perspectives.
- Fashion
- Collaborating with surreal artists like Oscar Sanmartin can bring disruptive innovation to the fashion industry by infusing imaginative and unconventional designs into clothing and accessories.
- Publishing
- Partnering with illustrators who specialize in imaginative artwork can disrupt the publishing industry by offering visually stunning and captivating illustrations in books and magazines.
