# Alice In Wonderland Inspired Art Julie Nord Paintings Capture Adolescent America By Jocelyn Lee | Published 2009-01-14 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alyson-in-wonderland-inspired-art-capturing-adolescent-america References: [artnet](http://www.artnet.com/Artists/ArtistHomePage.aspx?artist_id=424496459&page_tab=Artworks_for_sal) American’s ever lasting fascination with adolescence prevails as artist Julie Nord crafts pieces of work that re-imagine [Alice in Wonderland tales](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/michaels-alices-adventures-collection). Her [watercolor drawings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/student-illustration-contest) reference the classic tale of a girl that falls into a rabbit hole and finds herself in the company of newfound strangers. Nord's drawings capture [nostalgia, nymph forms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holy-ohio) and a strong connection to nature. Developmentally, American is an adolescent. As a body, the country is uncertain, untamed and immature. Stories such as the Clinton Lewinsky affair and Mike Tyson ear biting scandal are treasured and retold by the masses. The list could go on. Many Americans, women especially, strive to look younger, some undergoing copious amounts of treatment. Whether deliberate or unconscious, it is striking how artists such as Nord capture the collective youthful identity of America. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.1/10 - Popularity: 80% | Activity: 66% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Modern](https://www.trendhunter.com/modern) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Fascination with Adolescence:** Opportunity for businesses to tap into the market of products and services that cater to the desire to look younger and capture the nostalgia of youth. - **Re-imagining Classic Tales:** Potential for innovative storytelling and reinterpretation of well-known stories like Alice in Wonderland through various mediums, such as art and literature. - **Nature-inspired Art:** Demand for artwork that celebrates the beauty of nature and reflects a strong connection to the natural world. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Beauty and Skincare:** Opportunity for companies to develop anti-aging products and treatments that cater to the desire to maintain youthful appearance. - **Entertainment and Media:** Potential for artists, writers, and filmmakers to create new adaptations and interpretations of classic tales that resonate with contemporary audiences. - **Fine Arts and Galleries:** Demand for artists who explore nature-inspired themes and incorporate elements of nostalgia and youth in their artwork. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Apocalypse Post Pandemic Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contemporary-urban-art.md) - [Whimsical Childlike Furniture Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-eternal-child.md) - [Human Nature-Themed Art Galleries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sea-im-awake.md) - [Playful Modern Art Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brent-estabrook-debuts-storytime.md) - [Glass Beaded Intricate Artworks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/painting-exhibition.md) - [Forgotten Theme-Park Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forgotten-fantasy.md) - [Whimsical Harlequin-Patterned Décor Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alices-adventures-collection.md) - [Festive Americana Artwork Decor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/norman-rockwell-for-pottery-barn.md) - [Suburban-Inspired Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/suburbaninspired-art-exhibition.md)