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Sprawling Sharpie Murals

Grand Pale Maw by Sean Sullivan Took Seven Months to Complete

Sean Sullivan, an artist living and working in Lincoln Heights, California, has finally finished a seven month long project at Los Angeles Contemporary Exhibitions. Although, as he puts in his own words, "[M]aybe 'finished' is too strong of a word so let’s put it this way; I am no longer going to continue work on it.' Four months over his allotted time for the project, Sean Sullivan has decided to move on, but he has certainly left his mark.

Titled Grand Pale Maw, Sean Sullivan's sprawling mural was created using nothing more than a black Sharpie. As though the work of an obsessive compulsive person, it is full of intricate detail, depicting a stunning nature scene full of twigs, grass and broken stumps. It's no wonder he's happy with how it turned out.
Trend Themes
1. Sharpie Murals - The use of Sharpie to create intricate and detailed wall murals could be a new trend in modern art and graphic design.
2. Obsessive-compulsive Art - Artists who channel their obsessive-compulsive tendencies into artwork could be the next disruptors of the art world.
3. Slow Art Movement - Artists who take months or years to complete a single piece, like Sean Sullivan, could be leading a new trend in art that values patience, detail, and perseverance.
Industry Implications
1. Graphic Design - Graphic designers can look into using Sharpie murals in their designs and projects to add a unique and intricate touch to their work.
2. Fine Arts - Sean Sullivan's style and obsessive-compulsive approach to art could spark a new wave of artists looking to make an impact through intricate and detailed art pieces.
3. Marketing and Advertising - Companies can use the slow art movement and the idea of taking time to perfect their craft to show consumers how much care and attention to detail goes into their products and services.
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