# Pixelated Nature Paintings The American Tapestry by Chad Wys Series Captures the Great Outdoors By Erin Fox | Published 2012-12-23 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/american-tapestry-by-chad-wys References: [trendland](http://trendland.com/american-tapestry-by-chad-wys) & [chadwys](http://www.chadwys.com/) The naturalistic appeal of the American Tapestry by Chad Wys series makes this modernized approach to traditional paintings one to pay attention to. These nature pictures resemble the great outdoors while modernizes them by [pixelating the faces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paint-mirror) of the animals and people in the shots. From bears to moose, the compiled collection of these paintings portrayed on [tapestries create an authentic aura](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/olga-de-amaral) around the designs that could not be portrayed without this affect. The American Tapestry by Chad Wys series also includes a magnitude of [melting ceramic wear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gabriel-chaile) and torched pictures. These images all portray the historical side of the United States for a modern audience. By updating authentic paintings, Chad Wys captures the hearts and minds of the youth culture. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.8/10 - Popularity: 8% | Activity: 8% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Pixelated Nature Paintings:** The pixelated nature paintings trend offers an opportunity for artists to modernize traditional paintings and create visually captivating designs. - **Authentic Aura Designs:** Creating designs with an authentic aura by combining traditional paintings with modern elements presents a disruptive innovation opportunity in the art industry. - **Melting Ceramic Wear:** The use of melting ceramic wear in the American Tapestry series introduces a unique and unexpected element that challenges traditional artistic mediums and techniques. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Art and Design:** The art and design industry can explore the trend of pixelated nature paintings to attract younger, modern audiences and offer a fresh perspective on traditional artworks. - **Home Decor and Interior Design:** The pixelated nature paintings trend presents an opportunity for the home decor and interior design industry to incorporate visually striking and contemporary art pieces into their products and offerings. - **Ceramics and Sculpture:** The melting ceramic wear showcased in the American Tapestry series opens up possibilities for innovative approaches to ceramics and sculpture, pushing the boundaries of traditional art mediums. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Glass Beaded Intricate Artworks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/painting-exhibition.md) - [Pixelated Photographed Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/southern-trees.md) - [Handwoven Colorful Tapestries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/versus-edition-one.md) - [Oil Painting-Inspired Rugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/antonio-santn.md) - [Human Nature-Themed Art Galleries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sea-im-awake.md) - [Striking Urban Wildlife Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clare-allin.md) - [Folk Art-Inspired Wallpapers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/backdrop.md) - [Digital City-Inspired Art Works](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grand-central-station.md) - [Intricate Fiber Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/threadwork-women-redefining-fiber-arts.md)