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Hyper-Realistic Water Paintings

Linnea Strid's Unbelievably Realistic Paintings Blur Reality

— September 12, 2013 — Art & Design
Linnea Strid's water paintings are so intricately done that you'll have trouble distinguishing them from photographs. Her hyper-realistic approach to paintings has created an amazing series of artwork. The premise of the project is all about the kinetic movement associated with water.

The immense talent that is needed to be a successful painter is just a tiny part of what makes Strid's work so amazing. She has truly transcended her art medium as the paintings have such an incredible finish that you'll be instantly captivated. To create water paintings like these ones, it not only takes a huge amount of creativity, but also the patience to be really intricate. Each small brush stroke is used to further bring the painting into reality.
Trend Themes
1. Hyper-realistic Paintings - With the growing demand for photo-realistic art, there is a great opportunity for digital painting software companies to create tools that cater to hyper-realistic art.
2. Kinetic Movement Art - The popularity of Strid's water paintings highlights a potential trend for art that focuses on capturing kinetic movements and could inspire a new wave of artwork and artistic techniques in this direction.
3. Intricate Artwork - With the appreciation for the detail and creativity in Strid's paintings, the demand for intricate art pieces can inspire new opportunities in art restoration services and custom commissioned artwork.
Industry Implications
1. Fine Arts - Strid's hyper-realistic water paintings can disrupt the Fine Arts industry by setting a new standard for photo-realistic art and driving competitors to innovate and create new mediums.
2. Art Education - Art schools can leverage the popularity of hyper-realistic artwork to introduce new courses that teach students how to create photorealistic paintings that require intricate techniques and attention to detail.
3. Home Decor - As consumers seek more intricate and unique pieces of artwork for their homes, there is an opportunity for companies in the home decor industry to create customized artwork that is tailored to the specific needs and preferences of their customers.
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