# Mixed Media Distortion Chad Wys' 'Epoch Organic 2' Art Series Encourages Thought By Meghan Young | Published 2010-07-17 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chad-wys References: [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/gallery/Epoch-Organic-2/577349) & [chadwys](http://www.chadwys.com) Although some may cringe at the 'defacement' of these [beautiful artworks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brent-estabrook-debuts-storytime), I only see [modern creativity](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/optical-flow) in Chad Wys' portfolio. Entitled 'Epoch Organic 2,' with the succinct subtitle description, 'A [Carnival of Brutalized Delights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/light-into-darkness),' it seems that the American artist knows his work is rather controversial. Yet I find it an interesting commentary on what it means to be original in a day and age where everything seems to be 'inspired' by the past. Chad Wys embraces this blurred concept of originality by creating pieces that encourage thought and discussion. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.6/10 - Popularity: 35% | Activity: 5% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - 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's Driving This Trend - **Mixed-media Art:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore new ways to combine different art forms and materials to create thought-provoking pieces. - **Controversial Art:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Challenge societal norms and provoke thought by creating artwork that intentionally sparks controversy. - **Commentary on Originality:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Use art to question and explore the concept of originality in an age of constant inspiration and 'borrowing' from the past. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fine Art:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Embrace unconventional techniques and materials to redefine traditional boundaries in the fine art industry. - **Art Education:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate controversial artwork and discussions on originality into art education to foster critical thinking and creativity. - **Art Galleries:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Curate exhibitions that showcase mixed-media art and controversial pieces to engage audiences and challenge established art norms. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Apocalypse Post Pandemic Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contemporary-urban-art.md) - [Digital Archetype Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christian-rex-van-minnen-1.md) - [Otherworldly Wooden Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooden-sculptures-1.md) - [Modern Design-Exploring Art Objects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pratone-chair.md) - [Boundary-Pushing Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/briony-douglas-1.md) - [Wooden Identity Art Forms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hughmanity.md) - [Upcycled Object Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nendo-and-daniel-arsham.md) - [Statement Street Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/surreal-street-art-1.md) - [Explosion-Damaged Sculpture Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/light-into-darkness.md)