# Neurotic Newspaper Art The Dmitry Ligay 'Collage' Series is Strange and Newsworthy By Armida Ascano | Published 2010-10-03 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dmitry-ligay-collage References: [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/gallery/collage/279130) & [d-planshet.livejournal](http://d-planshet.livejournal.com/) The Dmitry Ligay 'Collage' series is an inventive collection of illustrations. With various subjects made to look crafted out of newspaper, this body of work is a stroke of genius on Dmitry Ligay's part. The series makes [subtle social commentary](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/surreal-street-art-1) on consumerism and class systems. Dmitry Ligay also depicts some [historical figures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thrilljoy-pix) such as Micheal Miliken and Mick Jagger. Ultimately, the Dmitry Ligay 'Collage' series is definitely newsworthy. **Implications** - Art made from [recyclable items](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fyrn-studio-series) garners a great deal of consumer attention and public buzz in account of the growing environmental movement. Additionally, art-savvy consumers appreciate the creativity of turning one thing into something completely new and different. In a world where digital reproductions of artworks are so frequent, fresh and original perspectives in art garner affection from the art-appreciating population. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.5/10 - Popularity: 35% | Activity: 31% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Modern](https://www.trendhunter.com/modern) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Newspaper Collage Art:** There is a growing appreciation for eco-friendly art that repurposes everyday materials, providing opportunities for artists to experiment with newspaper collages. - **Social Commentary Art:** Art that subtly comments on social issues, such as consumerism and class systems, presents opportunities for creating thought-provoking pieces that stand out in today's digital art world. - **Original Art Perspectives:** The increasing prevalence of digital art reproductions highlights the importance of creating fresh and innovative perspectives within the art industry. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Art and Design:** Artists and designers can take advantage of the growing interest in eco-friendly and socially conscious art to create pieces that resonate with consumers and stand out in the highly competitive art industry. - **Advertising and Marketing:** Brands and advertisers can collaborate with artists who specialize in creating socially conscious art to promote their values and products in a unique and memorable way. - **Media and Journalism:** Journalists and media outlets can leverage the popularity of socially conscious art to engage with their audience and provide thought-provoking commentary on current events and social issues. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Artist-Edition Jigsaw Puzzles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artistedition-jigsaw-puzzles.md) - [Paper-Made Mosaic Artwork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/real-life-architecture-exhibition.md) - [Crystal-Adorned Crushed Cans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sam-keller.md) - [Apocalypse Post Pandemic Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contemporary-urban-art.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) - [Collaborative Art Museum Stationary](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/papier-x-the-met.md) - [AI-Generated Poetic Photo Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emilio-alarcn.md) - [AI-Generated Real-World Transformations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-generated-world.md)