# Twisted Patriotism Eolo Perfido Waves the Flag, Speaks to U.S. Culture By Brian G Randles | Published 2009-10-29 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eolo-perfido References: [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/Gallery/Propaganda/329142) & [eoloperfido](http://www.eoloperfido.com/) In his collection titled 'Propaganda,' Eolo Perfido has captured the [dark side of American patriotism](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thoughts-prayers-toilet-paper) and values. In the world of Eolo Perfido, everyone is blind and our shared values is what is causing our hindered vision. Check out more on the visually stirring and morally provoking 'Propoganda' from Eolo Perfido, as well as all of the work from the talented artist, by clicking on the links below. **Implications** - Society has become so infiltrated with [advertisements of every sort](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beige-billboards) that it's difficult for companies to get their brands noticed. Consumers appreciate ads that are thought-provoking for their controversial or shocking images, as they spark discussion in society. Companies should consider incorporating graphics with these qualities into their marketing campaigns to appeal to potential consumer groups. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 51% | Activity: 19% | 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) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Thought-provoking Ads:** Opportunity for companies to create ads with controversial or shocking images to spark discussion and appeal to consumers. - **Dark Patriotic Art:** Opportunity for artists to explore the darker side of American patriotism and values in their work. - **Blind Vision:** Opportunity to address the hindered vision caused by shared values in society and find ways to overcome it. ### Where This Applies - **Advertising:** Opportunity for advertising companies to incorporate thought-provoking graphics into their campaigns to attract attention and engage consumers. - **Art:** Opportunity for artists to create dark and provocative art that reflects the complex nature of American patriotism and values. - **Social Discussion:** Opportunity to foster discussions and debates in society about the impact of shared values and patriotic ideals. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Immigration System-Inspired Artworks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/passport-series.md) - [Travel-Inspired Canvas Paintings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-passport-series.md) - [Home-Defining Artistic Flags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/everything-is-temporary.md) - [Provocative Tequila Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/censored-truth.md) - [Apocalypse Post Pandemic Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contemporary-urban-art.md) - [Creative Protest Archives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pocket-protests.md) - [Americana Subculture-Themed Art Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bullet-proof.md) - [Perception-Challenging Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/becoming-familiar.md) - [Interactive Typo Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loveegolov.md)