# Disfigured Collages Artist Dave McDermott Contorts His Subjects By Zoe Badley | Published 2010-07-23 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dave-mcdermott References: [bumbumbum.me](http://bumbumbum.me/) & [davemcdermott](http://www.davemcdermott.com/) [Abstract art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/surreal-street-art-1) is absolutely mind-blowing, and artist Dave McDermott is one of the few people that truly stands out. When it comes to collages, this Santa Cruz artist takes a minimalist approach. More than half of the collages are featured in black and white photography, while others have a mix of color to create a new effect. The different types of [dimensions and textures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folded-echoes) are really what’s stunning about this series. No matter the subject, each photo will leave a lasting effect on its viewer. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 44% | Activity: 31% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% 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) > [Modern](https://www.trendhunter.com/modern) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Minimalist Collages:** The trend of using the minimalist approach in creating collages can inspire new photo editing tools or software. - **Multi-dimensional Art:** The trend of using multiple dimensions and textures in art can inspire new techniques for 3D printing or virtual reality platforms. - **Black and White Photography:** The trend of using black and white photography in collages can inspire new camera filters or film types. ### Where This Applies - **Photography and Photo Editing:** The photography and photo editing industry can benefit from developing new tools that simplify and automate the process of creating minimalist collages. - **3D Printing and Virtual Reality:** The 3D printing and virtual reality industry can benefit from developing techniques that incorporate multiple dimensions and textures to create unique 3D printed objects or immersive virtual environments. - **Camera and Film Manufacturing:** The camera and film manufacturing industry can benefit from developing new filters or film types that enhance black and white photography in collages. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Digital Archetype Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christian-rex-van-minnen-1.md) - [Sculptural Paper Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fragmenti.md) - [Geometric Wooden Art Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aleph-geddis.md) - [Intersecting Dimensional Art Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diorama.md) - [Psychedelic Sculptural Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frank-stella-recent-sculpture.md) - [Stunning Origami Portraits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/origami-portaits.md) - [Human Embraced-Inspired Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wallmounted-sculpture.md) - [Artful Suspended Fashion Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/invisible-figures.md) - [Juxtaposing Digital Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/riflessi.md)