# Superimposed Subject Art Carl Beazley's Painted Works Blend Together Multiple Faces By Jana Pijak | Published 2015-04-17 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carl-beazley References: [sweet-station](http://sweet-station.com/blog/2015/04/carl-beazley/) & [carlbeazley](http://www.carlbeazley.com/) This art series by Carl Beazley plays with the perception of its viewer. The image series superimposes multiple subjects and features faces that appear to come out of other faces. Dissecting human features, the UK-based visual artist experiments with [multiple subject views on one canvas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/split-bust). The result is a study on changing expressions and movement. This [visually striking image series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jeffrey-deitch-art-gallery) may make one feel uneasy at first glance but is fascinating when examined further. Drawing inspiration from classic cinema, Carl Beazley creates [captivating paintings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pointillism) that challenge perceptions while drawing their viewer in. The works are incredibly detailed and hyper-realistic, revealing everything from facial hair and light freckles to the eye wrinkles and age spots of its subjects. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.1/10 - Popularity: 23% | Activity: 3% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Superimposed Subject Art:** A trend of creating stunning images through superimposing multiple subjects on a canvas, creating fascinating optical illusions. - **Hyper-realistic Art:** A trend of creating art pieces that are incredibly detailed and hyper-realistic. - **Challenging Perceptions:** A trend of creating art pieces that challenge perceptions and draws the viewer in. ### Where This Applies - **Visual Arts:** The visual arts industry can leverage the trend of Superimposed Subject Art and create innovative marketing campaigns and captivating visuals. - **Entertainment and Film Industry:** The entertainment and film industry can leverage the trend of Hyper-Realistic Art by creating realistic and detailed characters that improve overall viewer experiences. - **Advertising Industry:** The advertising industry can leverage the trend of Challenging Perceptions through their creative campaigns by making thought-provoking ads that engage the viewer and challenge their perspectives. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Abstract Geometric Solo Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/impermanent-state-of-being.md) - [Human Duality-Themed Abstract Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/passive-aggression.md) - [Painting-Immersive Photo Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-ground-exhibition.md) - [AI-Generated Poetic Photo Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emilio-alarcn.md) - [Stylized Portrait Generators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/face-to-all.md) - [Digital Archetype Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christian-rex-van-minnen-1.md) - [Artful Suspended Fashion Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/invisible-figures.md) - [Apocalypse Post Pandemic Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contemporary-urban-art.md) - [Generative AI Historical Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/art-selfie-2.md)