The best kind of artist is the one who spontaneously does something really messed up and then everyone recognizes it as genius, the artist just kinda goes “Well, duh!†Greg Simkins' macabre paintings do just that.
Previously an illustrator, the now full-time painter takes images that exist only in your strangest, MSG-induced nightmares and bring them to life. Check out the gallery for a full range of Greg Simkins' macabre paintings.
Implications - These illustrations contain elements of fantasy and illusions that many adults are lacking in their day to day lives, but experienced and enjoyed in childhood. Companies would be wise to include fantastical features in their products to fulfill this consumer desire to escape from constraints of everyday life.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Fantasy Elements
- Including fantastical features in products to fulfill the consumer desire to escape from everyday life.
- Macabre Art
- Exploring the popularity and market potential of macabre paintings in the art industry.
- Spontaneous Genius
- Recognizing and embracing the value of spontaneous and unconventional artistic creations.
Where This Applies
- Product Design
- Incorporating fantasy elements into products to cater to the consumer desire for escapism.
- Art and Design
- Exploring the market potential and consumer demand for macabre artwork.
- Creative Industries
- Promoting and supporting spontaneous and unconventional artistry as a means of innovation.
