# Desaturated Abstract Illustrations Gabriela Thiery's Illustrations Have a Desaturated Color Theme By Paul Maccarone | Published 2013-09-13 | Updated 2013-09-16 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/desaturated-color References: [inspirefirst](http://www.inspirefirst.com/2013/09/13/desaturated-colors-gabriela-thiery/) & [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/gabythiery) Gabriela Thiery has created an amazing series of de-saturated color illustrations that have an intense symbolic nature. The hazy hues that she transposes on the images provide the depth that creates the surreal dreamlike feel for them. The saturated color theme that she uses manages to be translucent yet vibrant, which seems like an oxymoron in itself. The nature of desaturating a color means that you're fading the strong hue, so having the images still feel vibrant is quite an accomplishment. The perplexing illustrations delve into the abstract mind to pull out symbolic creatures that create an awe-inspiring effect. The ability to artistically interpret these images is just one of the reasons that you will continue coming back for more. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.2/10 - Popularity: 68% | Activity: 50% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Desaturated Color Schemes:** Desaturated color schemes in graphic design and branding can create a unique and surreal visual experience for customers or audiences. - **Symbolic Illustrations:** Symbolic illustrations can provide a powerful way to express complex or abstract ideas in visual form. - **Surreal Design Elements:** Using surreal design elements in web design and advertising can capture attention and create a lasting impression on audiences. ### Who This Affects Most - **Graphic Design:** Graphic designers can use desaturated color schemes and symbolic illustrations to create unique branding or marketing materials for clients. - **Advertising:** Advertising professionals can incorporate surreal design elements in their campaigns to create memorable and attention-grabbing visuals. - **Web Design:** Web designers can use desaturated color schemes and symbolic illustrations to create engaging websites that communicate complex or abstract ideas. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Paper Curvature Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paper-curves.md) - [immersive artful bright installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chroma-installation.md) - [Vibrant Design Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neon-primitivism.md) - [Colorful Texture Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/colorscape-installation.md) - [Hand-Painted Wallpaper Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sylvan.md) - [Vibrantly Abstract Rug Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/abstraction-collection.md) - [Blurry Abstract Photography Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/optical-allusion.md) - [Layered Color Textiles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tekla-evelina-severin-and-layered.md) - [Monochromatic Mystery Gelatos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/greyscale-gelato.md)