# Cinematic Surrealist Imagery David Delin Blends the Contemporary and the Fantastical By Jordan M | Published 2011-01-06 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/david-delin References: [shockblast.net](http://www.shockblast.net/david-delin-worx/) & [cargocollective](http://cargocollective.com/28162) David Delin’s work is the photographical equivalent of crossing Baz Luhrman with Ridley Scott in that his high-octane imagery combines modernist hipster-retro sensibilities with the sweeping scale of a big-budget [Hollywood](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/austin-butler) epic. From [religious symbolism](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/surreal-street-art-1), to powerfully evocative scenescapes of staggering scope, what makes David Delin stand above his contemporaries is the manner in which he blends the visceral and the high-minded. To remain unaffected by his work is a virtual impossibility. There is no such thing as a "neutral" impression of Delin’s work, and that is a very good thing. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.5/10 - Popularity: 83% | Activity: 45% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Internet](https://www.trendhunter.com/internet) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Surrealist Photography:** There is an opportunity for disruptive innovation by combining surrealism and photography to create unique visual experiences for viewers. - **Hipster-retro Sensibilities:** Integrating retro style with modern sensibilities can lead to innovative products and services that appeal to younger audiences. - **Visceral Imagery:** Creating art that evokes strong emotions can be a powerful way to connect with audiences and leave a lasting impact. ### Where This Applies - **Art and Photography:** Artists and photographers can explore new ways to blur the line between fantasy and reality and create disruptive visual experiences. - **Fashion and Design:** Fashion and design industry professionals can leverage retro sensibilities and modern concepts to create new, appealing products and experiences. - **Film and Media:** Filmmakers and media professionals can use surrealism and visceral imagery as a way to differentiate themselves and create innovative new productions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Immersive Multi-Sensory Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/multisensory-exhibition.md) - [Painting-Immersive Photo Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-ground-exhibition.md) - [Digital City-Inspired Art Works](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grand-central-station.md) - [Vibrant Design Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neon-primitivism.md) - [Surrealist Shopping Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dreams-is.md) - [Interactive Colorful Art Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/david-hockney-bigger-closer.md) - [Surreal Imaginative Fantastical Films](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/problemista.md) - [Surreal Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jeffrey-deitch-art-gallery.md) - [Wonderous Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/your-psychoacoustic-light-ensemble.md)