# Playful Crayon Posters Kevin Chao's Design Poster Serves as a Reminder of Remembering to Have Fun By Farida Helmy | Published 2014-05-25 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/design-poster References: [thedsgnblog](http://thedsgnblog.com/post/85650473196/qotw) & [itskevinchao](http://www.itskevinchao.com) There is something about the concept and execution of this design poster -- and the quote itself of course -- that makes it feel important. Not in an epic way of any sort, but in a subtle way that reminds us that sometimes we need to slow down and 'know when to play' and step back from it all to spend time having fun. The deceptively simple design poster was designed by NYC designer Kevin Chao. Chao always likes to work on projects that may seem unusual but fulfill certain quirks and interests for him. “As a soon-to-be college graduate I am facing a pivotal section of life and it is important to me to not lose sight of what I truly love by getting caught up with “work”," says Chao about the poster. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.4/10 - Popularity: 43% | Activity: 22% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Playful Design:** Explore design concepts that incorporate playfulness to enhance the user experience and evoke positive emotions. - **Work-life Balance:** Consider the importance of stepping back from work to prioritize fun and maintain mental well-being. - **Unconventional Projects:** Pursue unusual projects that align with personal interests and provide opportunities for creative expression. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Graphic Design:** Incorporate playful design elements in graphic design projects to captivate and engage target audiences. - **Personal Development:** Offer services or products that promote work-life balance and help individuals maintain a healthy and fulfilling lifestyle. - **Art and Creative Industries:** Explore unconventional projects and collaborations to push boundaries and create unique artistic experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Creativity Time Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/campaign-for-creativity.md) - [Korean Game-Inspired Desk Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playful-desk-accessories.md) - [Imaginative Pared-Back Art Supplies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/woset.md) - [Playtime-Encouraging Toy Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/art-of-play.md) - [Celebratory Odd Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ridiculous-design.md) - [Comical Desk-Side Status Decor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/work-fence.md) - [Community-Centric Sculptural Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playful-sculptures.md) - [Modular Play-Friendly Desk Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/desk-concept.md) - [Bean-Shaped Vibrant Chalks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bean-chalk.md)