# Creepy Character Collages Claudio Parentela Creates Unique and Complex Mixed-Media Works By Corinne Guirgis | Published 2011-08-07 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/claudio-parentela References: [ilikethisblog.net](http://www.ilikethisblog.net/?p=6122) & [claudioparentela.net](http://www.claudioparentela.net/) Italian artist Claudio Parentela has made a name for himself on the underground Euro art scene with his one-of-a-kind collages that focus on mashed-up human images. Parentela is an illustrator, painter, photographer and cartoonist -- among many other creative talents that also extent to tarot card and psychic readings -- but his collages have garnered him the most attention. Parentela's works are full of [colors, layers and textures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jeffrey-deitch-art-gallery) that make them funky and youthful. Having been featured in mags like Blue Light and Turntable, he is building a reputation for himself as an [out-of-the-box artist](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/design-miami-2024) whose vision is unusually exquisite. **Implications** - Collage art is a form with diverse inspirations that come together to create unified images that are appealing to consumers looking to expand their expression beyond the confines of linear thinking. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.6/10 - Popularity: 74% | Activity: 86% | 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Mixed-media Art:** There is an opportunity for disruptive innovation in mixed-media art by exploring unconventional materials and techniques. - **Mashed-up Human Images:** The trend of using mashed-up human images in art could extend into fashion and graphic design, creating bold and unique visuals. - **Colorful and Textural Artwork:** Creating colorful and textural artwork for advertising campaigns and product designs could disrupt the traditional use of stock photos and generic graphics. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Art and Design:** Exploring new techniques and materials in the art and design industry could lead to disruptive innovation and unique creations. - **Fashion:** The trend of mashed-up human images in art could translate into fashion pieces such as collages on clothing and accessories. - **Advertising and Marketing:** Using colorful and textural artwork in advertising campaigns could disrupt traditional marketing strategies and grab consumers' attention. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Stunning Origami Portraits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/origami-portaits.md) - [Digital Archetype Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christian-rex-van-minnen-1.md) - [Vibrantly Colorful Dynamic Artwork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kayla-rumpp.md) - [Artist-Edition Jigsaw Puzzles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artistedition-jigsaw-puzzles.md) - [Sculptural Mixed-Media Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folded-echoes.md) - [Pop Art Legend-Honoring Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keiichi-tanaami-1.md) - [Surreal Love-Themed Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/joakim-ojanen.md) - [Surreal Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jeffrey-deitch-art-gallery.md) - [Folded Paper Figures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clara-von-zweibergk.md)