# Squishy Monsters 3D Textured Textile Art from Joshua Ben Longo By Katie Cordrey | Published 2009-05-11 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3-d-textured-textile-art-monsters-new-york-artist-designer-joshua-ben-longo References: [longoland](http://www.longoland.com/) & [joshuabenlongo.blogspot](http://www.joshuabenlongo.blogspot.com/) Joshua Ben Longo is a Brooklyn, New York-based artist with a good sewing machine and a unique world view. He likes monsters, which is quickly evident in a visit to his *Longoland* website. His wool felt [Monster Skin Rug](http://www.maccreteil.com/index.php?rubrique=detail&index=66&year=2009&month=4&day=3&horaire=18:00:00) is just one of his many creations. He also makes furry monsters sporting anatomically-correct bums and upholsters chairs with interesting textures, including, ‘monster skin. ‘ Longo has just returned from Paris where he participated in a group show: [Noveaux Monstres](http://www.lesnouveauxmonstres.ch/) at the Exit Fesitval in Creteil, France. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.3/10 - Popularity: 65% | Activity: 25% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Textured Textile Art:** The trend towards textured textile art is an opportunity for artists to innovate with new materials and techniques. - **3D Printing:** 3D printing technology has the potential to revolutionize the creation of textile art and allow for even more intricate textures. - **Sustainable Materials:** The trend towards eco-friendly practices and sustainable materials presents an opportunity for textile artists like Joshua Ben Longo to innovate with new materials and create unique pieces. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Art:** In the art industry, artists like Joshua Ben Longo can disrupt the traditional art world and create unique pieces that stand out. - **Textile Manufacturing:** In the textile manufacturing industry, there is an opportunity to explore new materials and techniques to create more textured and visually interesting products. - **Home Decor:** In the home decor industry, textured textile art offers a unique way to add personality and flair to a living space and can be a disruptive innovation in the space. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Imaginative Soft Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blabla.md) - [Designer Toy Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monsters-by-monsters-now-and-then.md) - [Adorable Monster-Inspired Graphic Tees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-monsters.md) - [Plush Monster Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/labubu.md) - [Creature-Inspired Home Good Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/charles-jeffreys-loverboy.md) - [Playful Character Graphic Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monsters-collection.md) - [Reimagined Monolithic Furniture Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fossil-furniture.md) - [Fantasy Sculptural Furniture Pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chris-wolston.md) - [Character Art-Infused Leather Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moynat-x-kasing.md)