# Subversive Naughty Art Art Zodiac Uses Intimate 'Deposits' from Key West to Inspire Her Paintings By Marissa Brassfield | Published 2009-10-12 | Naughty Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/art-zodiac References: [regretsy](http://www.regretsy.com/2009/10/09/jacks-on-pollack/) & [etsy](http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=28531982) Whether you call it knuckle juice, [mannonnaise](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/art-gallery-popup) or man jelly, Art Zodiac's subversive 'Sex Art' series uses the, um, deposits of characters in the Key West scene to inform her version of Andy Warhol's 1978 [sex paintings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toy-stories). This is a group project unlike any I've seen in recent memory. Due to the nature of Art Zodiac's 'Sex Art' series, no two pieces are exactly alike. Check out the gallery above to see her latest work, titled 'Pink Concrete.' **Implications** - Art Zodiac's 'Sex Series' includes a diverse array of donors: a go-go boy, a server, a DJ and a drag queen. This art is definitely subversive. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.5/10 - Popularity: 88% | Activity: 68% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Naughty](https://www.trendhunter.com/naughty) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Subversive Art:** Art Zodiac's 'Sex Art' series challenges traditional notions of art by using intimate 'deposits' as inspiration for her paintings. - **Sexual Expression:** Art Zodiac's work explores the boundaries of sexual expression in the art world through her use of unconventional materials. - **Personal Identity:** Art Zodiac's 'Sex Series' highlights the individuality and uniqueness of each donor, emphasizing the importance of personal identity in art. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Contemporary Art:** The contemporary art industry can find disruptive innovation opportunities by embracing unconventional materials and themes in their work. - **Sexuality and Art:** The intersection of sexuality and art presents an opportunity for the adult entertainment industry to collaborate with artists and create unique experiences for audiences. - **Art Collecting:** Art collectors and galleries can explore the market potential of subversive art, tapping into new audiences who are looking for unconventional and boundary-pushing pieces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Raunchy Anime-Inspired Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/manuela-soto-sosa.md) - [Sexuality-Exploring Artful Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rude-arts-club.md) - [Sea-Inspired Mini Sculpture Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-sculptures.md) - [Celebratory Artist-Created NFTs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nars-campaign.md) - [Apocalypse Post Pandemic Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contemporary-urban-art.md) - [Neo-Mexican Art Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/para-morelio.md) - [Surreal Love-Themed Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/joakim-ojanen.md) - [Provocative Can Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/provocative-can-design.md) - [Digital Archetype Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christian-rex-van-minnen-1.md)