# Surreal Sky Compositions Laura Guesse's Cloud Paintings Are Dreamlike and Sublime By Jana Pijak | Published 2015-01-14 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cloud-paintings References: [fubiz.net](http://www.fubiz.net/2015/01/12/conceptual-cloud-paintings/) & [lauraguese](http://lauraguese.com/) Artist Laura Guesse's cloud paintings are inspired by dreamlike and surrealist imagery. Resembling realistic photographs from afar, the illustrated works represent a sense of positivity and are calming to look at. Working with a palette of [pastel blue tones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sarah-sherman-samuel-for-color-atelier), Laura creates foam and cotton-like textures in her conceptual series of cloud paintings. Her finished canvases are both whimsical and visually striking, ultimately illustrating the power and versatility of [organic forms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ladder-series). The artist's choice of organic and bulbous shapes can appear abstract at first but is also revealing of hidden motifs and graphics. Overall, these images are similar to those one would conceive in their mind while staring at the sky on a sunny afternoon. Their tranquil theme carries throughout Laura's series and is a mark of the artist's signature style. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.8/10 - Popularity: 63% | Activity: 72% | 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 ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Dreamlike Imagery:** Opportunity for creating immersive and fantastical experiences in virtual reality applications. - **Whimsical Aesthetics:** Potential for designing playful and imaginative product packaging and graphic designs. - **Organic Forms:** Possibility for exploring natural and eco-friendly architectural designs and structures. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Art and Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunities for creating unique and surrealistic art installations. - **Virtual Reality:** Opportunity for developing virtual reality platforms that simulate dreamlike environments and experiences. - **Packaging and Graphic Design:** Potential for incorporating whimsical aesthetics in product packaging and brand identities. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Weather-Inspired Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/weatherinspired-art-exhibition.md) - [Sky-Based Visual Palettes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stratosplash.md) - [Vibrantly Colorful Dynamic Artwork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kayla-rumpp.md) - [Glass Beaded Intricate Artworks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/painting-exhibition.md) - [Hand-Painted Watercolor Prints](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emma-webster.md) - [Organic Cloud-Like Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/khmara.md) - [Surrealist Shopping Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dreams-is.md) - [Exuberant Love-Inspired Pillows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/laura-dro-designs.md) - [Wooden Light-Hearted Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dream-sculpture.md)