# Creepy Kiddy Photography The Corey Helford Gallery Promotes Trippy Nursery Art By Kamal Musharbash | Published 2011-02-02 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/corey-helford-gallery References: [bornrich](http://www.bornrich.com/entry/corey-helford-gallery-re-imagines-art-for-a-childs-room/) & [coreyhelfordgallery](http://www.coreyhelfordgallery.com/#/home/) If you were redesigning your [children's bedrooms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/multichildcare-crche), be sure they won't be freaked out by these images portrayed at the Corey Helford Gallery in Culver City, California. This collection by [mixed artists](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/just-like-heaven-art-exhibition) such as Michael Mararian and Ray Caesar feature steampunked baby carriages and an [eerie Red Riding Hood](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/junji-ito-artwork). The Corey Helford Gallery is showcasing this exhibition dubbed as the 'Contemporary Interpretation of Classic American Nursery Art' until the 9th of February, 2011. **Implications** - Through the use of dramatic and dark imagery, companies that are looking to draw attention to their work can better secure a quick viewership. Consumers are often curious of things that they may not often see and this use of darker imagery is a great way to make a bold statement and peak the interest of buyers. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.1/10 - Popularity: 93% | Activity: 82% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) > [Bizarre](https://www.trendhunter.com/bizarre) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Dark Art for Commercial Purpose:** Using darker imagery as a way to make a bold statement and peak the interest of buyers for companies. - **Alternative Nursery Designs:** Exploring alternative, out-of-the-ordinary designs for children's bedrooms and nurseries. - **Steampunk Baby Products:** Creating alternative baby products with steampunk elements, such as baby carriages. ### Who This Affects Most - **Art:** Opportunity for artists to explore dark art and create pieces that can be used for commercial purposes. - **Interior Design:** Opportunity for interior designers and decorators to offer alternative nursery designs to clients. - **Baby Products:** Opportunity for baby product manufacturers to explore steampunk-inspired designs for their products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Kid-Designed Sculptural Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/galerie-philia.md) - [Forgotten Theme-Park Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forgotten-fantasy.md) - [Playful Modern Art Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brent-estabrook-debuts-storytime.md) - [Indoor Playground Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/indoor-playground-art-exhibition.md) - [Perception-Challenging Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/becoming-familiar.md) - [Customizable Kids Wall Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/doodleface.md) - [Childlike Characters Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/childlike-characters-art-exhibition.md) - [Playful Interactive Galleries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/play-by-american-express-platinum.md) - [Pink-Detailed Art Gallery Interiors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superzoom.md)