# Pretty Paper Illustrations Annie Sklaver Creates Simple Art From Classic Children's Books By Leslie Chen | Published 2011-08-09 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/annie-sklaver References: [notcot.org](http://www.notcot.org/post/42228/) & [anniesklaver](http://www.anniesklaver.com/?page_id=862) The artwork from Annie Sklaver will remind you of the wonders of being young again. Not only does Annie Sklaver use the [simplicity of paper](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paper-curves) to create her work, she does so in a way that puts other mediums to shame. You will definitely recognize the subjects explored in her pieces with stories like the [classic Le Petit Prince](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/western-academy) among them. Take a look at the portfolio of Annie Sklaver for a trip down memory lane. **Implications** - Consumers are attracted to designs they are [familiar with](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/good-to-read). Products that make the viewer feel like they can make it are appealing to those who want a closer connection to their items. Companies trying to increase the amount of attention their brand is receiving could focus on this when coming out with new designs. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.8/10 - Popularity: 82% | Activity: 83% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Interactive Paper Art:** Brands can explore interactive paper art as a disruptive innovation opportunity to engage consumers and create a closer connection with their products. - **Nostalgic Design:** Creating designs that evoke nostalgia can be a powerful strategy for brands to attract consumers and foster a sense of familiarity and connection. - **Storytelling Through Art:** Artists and brands can utilize paper illustrations to tell compelling stories and create emotional connections with their audience. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Children's Books:** The children's books industry can leverage paper illustrations to enhance the storytelling experience and captivate young readers. - **Artisanal Gifts:** The artisanal gifts industry can embrace paper illustrations as a unique and personalized gifting option that appeals to nostalgic consumers. - **Branding and Marketing:** Branding and marketing agencies can incorporate paper illustrations in their campaigns to evoke emotions, capture attention, and create a memorable brand image. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Analog Nostalgia Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/back-to-basics-ii.md) - [Origami-Inspired Porcelain Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saori-matsushita.md) - [Imaginative Pared-Back Art Supplies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/woset.md) - [Folded Paper Figures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clara-von-zweibergk.md) - [Kid-Designed Sculptural Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/galerie-philia.md) - [Sculptural Paper Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fragmenti.md) - [Child-Friendly Cartoon Art Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ooly.md) - [Whimsical Childlike Furniture Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-eternal-child.md) - [Personality-Forward Bookmark Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/humdrum-paper.md)