# Chalky Ink Compostions Erin Armstrong Creates a Dream-Like World in Her Modern Paintings By Erin Fox | Published 2015-02-23 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/erin-armstrong References: [saatchiart](http://www.saatchiart.com/armstrong.e) & [erinarmstrongart](http://www.erinarmstrongart.com) Erin Armstong creates a dream world through the means of acrylic-based images. Her paintings represent the connection between reality and fiction as they collide together. [Saatchi Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/threadwork-women-redefining-fiber-arts) notes, "Using quick and decisive pencil and charcoal markings over [acrylic based images](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/customdesigned-painting-kit) her goal is to create people in everyday situations in an expressive and dream like world. Her concern is not to recreate reality as it exists but rather to evoke a feeling and an atmosphere that transports the viewer into a world of personal interpretation." The young and very talented artist bridges the gap between emotion and expression in a beautiful way. Erin Armstrong's faceless paintings speak to raw emotion and beauty with every stroke. The artist currently has [artwork on display](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/painting-exhibition) in Toronto, New York and London. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.6/10 - Popularity: 7% | Activity: 2% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% 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 ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Dream-like Paintings:** Embrace the trend of creating dream-like paintings that blur the lines between reality and fiction, offering viewers a unique and personal interpretation. - **Expressive Acrylic-based Images:** Explore the trend of using quick and decisive pencil and charcoal markings over acrylic-based images to evoke emotion and atmosphere in art. - **Faceless Artwork:** Tap into the trend of creating faceless paintings that speak to raw emotion and beauty, inviting viewers to connect on a deeper level. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fine Art:** The fine art industry can embrace the trend of dream-like paintings and showcase artists who create emotionally evocative works using acrylic-based images. - **Art Galleries:** Art galleries have an opportunity to exhibit faceless artwork that blurs the lines between reality and fiction, providing viewers with a captivating and immersive experience. - **Art Collecting:** Art collectors can explore the trend of acquiring expressive acrylic-based images that evoke a specific feeling or atmosphere, adding a unique and personal touch to their collection. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Hand-Painted Watercolor Prints](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emma-webster.md) - [Otherwordly Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/william-monk.md) - [Boundary-Pushing Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/briony-douglas-1.md) - [Leftover Househouse Paint Artwork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paint-drop.md) - [Art-Inspired Streetwear Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/silent-echoes.md) - [Graphic Pastel Art Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ikra-arshad.md) - [Striking Urban Wildlife Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clare-allin.md) - [Textured Sustainable Limewash Paints](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/limewash.md) - [Whimsical Spirit Art Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anima.md)