# Augmented Painting Apps 'World Brush' Helps Users Create Anonymous, Location-Specific AR Paintings By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2017-09-21 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ar-painting References: [itunes.apple](https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/world-brush/id1277410449?mt=8) & [worldbrush.net](http://worldbrush.net/) Active Theory's 'World Brush' is a dynamic AR painting app that makes it possible for users to anonymously leave behind pieces of [augmented reality art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ar-message-concept) in the real world. These pieces of art may only be seen through the lens of the app and created artworks are tied to specific GPS locations. As such, the app encourages discovery as well as creation with a feature that helps users discover [inspiring artworks nearby](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arts-every-time-art). With an algorithm, World Brush draws attention to new, noteworthy and popular creations. When it comes to interacting with the [AR paintings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/historic-ar-experience), users have the option to like, dislike and report paintings so that only top-notch content is brought to the attention of other users. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.7/10 - Popularity: 8% | Activity: 35% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## 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 - **Augmented Reality Art:** Creating anonymous, location-specific AR paintings using augmented reality technology. - **Geo-location Discovery:** Enabling users to discover inspiring artworks near their location through GPS technology. - **Algorithmic Curation:** Using an algorithm to highlight new, noteworthy, and popular AR creations. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Augmented Reality:** Developing innovative applications that integrate AR technology for artistic expression. - **Social Networking:** Creating platforms that allow users to connect and share AR artwork with a like-minded community. - **Mobile App Development:** Designing and implementing mobile applications that enable AR painting experiences with location-based features. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [AR-Enabled Art Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cupixel.md) - [Democratic Digital Artwork Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artzme-app.md) - [Creativity-Supporting Art Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blank-app.md) - [AR Spray Painting Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ar-spray-painting.md) - [AI-Powered Art Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wombo-dream.md) - [Global Pixel Canvas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wplace.md) - [Augmented Paint Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dulux-visualizer.md) - [AI Art Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/muse-pro.md) - [AR 3D Model Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ar-app-for-iphone.md)