# Vividly Nostalgic Collages These Clark Goolsby Art Works Fuse Pop Culture References By Jana Pijak | Published 2014-07-04 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clark-goolsby-art References: [lanciatrendvisions](http://www.lanciatrendvisions.com/en/article/clark-goolsby-s-work-the-art-of-remixing) & [clarkgoolsby](http://clarkgoolsby.com) Visual artist Clark Goolsby creates these eye-catching and nostalgic collages that are a nod to [80s and 90s pop culture imagery](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kenny-scharf-and-axel). The over-saturated art works fuse a range of [geometric elements](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glass-collection) and objects together to create abstract visuals. Playing with a viewer's perception, these fluorescent and [surreal portraits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jeffrey-deitch-art-gallery) are reminiscent of another time. "The mixed media and technicolor works speak of a crisis of knowledge that is sparked by an informational overload." Artist Clark Goolsby touches on society's obsession with technology and their preoccupation with the internet. His collages are a visual translation of one's brain when it is over-stimulated with information. These pieces illustrate the internet as a hub of ideas but also depict it as a disruptive force in the search for mental balance. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.3/10 - Popularity: 78% | Activity: 14% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Nostalgic Collages:** Creating collages that fuse pop culture references from the 80s and 90s, offering an opportunity for brands to tap into the nostalgia trend and create engaging marketing campaigns. - **Geometric Fusion:** Exploring the fusion of geometric elements and objects in art, opening up possibilities for interior design companies to create unique, abstract patterns and designs for products and spaces. - **Surreal Portraits:** Using fluorescent and surreal elements in portraits, providing an innovative approach for fashion and beauty brands to create visually striking and attention-grabbing campaigns. ### Where This Applies - **Visual Art:** Visual artists can leverage the trend of creating vividly nostalgic collages to attract a target audience seeking art that evokes a sense of nostalgia and familiarity. - **Marketing and Advertising:** Marketing and advertising professionals can incorporate the trend of nostalgia in collages to create captivating visuals that resonate with consumers and build brand affinity. - **Interior Design:** Interior design companies can draw inspiration from the fusion of geometric elements and objects in collages to create unique and abstract designs for furniture, wallpaper, and decor. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Digital Archetype Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christian-rex-van-minnen-1.md) - [Digital City-Inspired Art Works](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grand-central-station.md) - [Apocalypse Post Pandemic Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contemporary-urban-art.md) - [Vibrantly Colorful Dynamic Artwork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kayla-rumpp.md) - [Analog Nostalgia Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/back-to-basics-ii.md) - [Glass Beaded Intricate Artworks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/painting-exhibition.md) - [Deconstructed Pop Art NFTs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/matt-gondek.md) - [Y2K-Inspired Neon Light Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neon-light-art.md) - [Candy-Like Colorful Glass Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gele-series.md)