# Surreal Watercolor Illustrations Gabriel Moreno Has a Sweet Artistic Style By Francis Tiangson | Published 2011-01-29 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gabriel-moreno References: [shockblast.net](http://www.shockblast.net/gabriel-moreno-worx-2/) & [gabrielmoreno](http://www.gabrielmoreno.com/) Madrid-based artist Gabriel Moreno is an [illustrator, engraver and painter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/art-retail) whose work displays magnificent refined fine arts training. He has worked with multiple publications around the world, including the London-based Computer Arts magazine and the Los Angeles Times Magazine. Gabriel Moreno's work is definitely not hard on the eyes; each piece is beautifully created and showcases the control and precision of a finely trained and experienced artist. **Implications** - Consumers are looking for [fantastical elements in their designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/salvador-dali-x-casetify). With the large amount of responsibilities in modern society, customers desire a way to escape through their everyday items. Incorporating [otherworldly aspects into products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooden-sculptures-1) could help a company with generating more revenue. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.6/10 - Popularity: 97% | Activity: 92% | 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) > [Modern](https://www.trendhunter.com/modern) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Fantastical Designs:** Incorporating surreal and otherworldly elements in product designs to cater to consumers' desire for escapism. - **Watercolor Art:** Applying watercolor techniques to product designs to create a visually engaging and unique aesthetic. - **Refined Fine Arts Style:** Incorporating traditional fine arts techniques in design and branding to create a more premium and sophisticated image. ### Where This Applies - **Publishing:** Using watercolor illustrations and fantastical designs to enhance the visual appeal of printed materials for publications. - **Fashion:** Incorporating fantastical, otherworldly and watercolor elements in clothing designs to create unique, eye-catching styles and prints. - **Home Decor:** Incorporating surreal and watercolor designs in furniture, wall art and other home decor to create a dreamlike and relaxing atmosphere. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [AI-Generated Real-World Transformations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-generated-world.md) - [Surrealist Shopping Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dreams-is.md) - [Sculpturally Provocative Vases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vibrant-sculptural-vase.md) - [Otherwordly Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/william-monk.md) - [Art-Appreciating Hazy IPAs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artistic-hazy-ipas.md) - [Hand-Painted Watercolor Prints](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emma-webster.md) - [Oil Painting-Inspired Rugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/antonio-santn.md) - [Indigenous Form Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gabriel-chaile.md) - [Surreal Artist-Inspired Tech Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/salvador-dal-collection.md)