We've seen a mix of real life and illustration throughout the fashion world, but Gibran Julian's 'Cities Within Cities' series shows that this mixed media phenomenon has taken over the art world as well.
Each of the images takes a close-up outdoor shot of nature and superimposes digital illustrations atop it. The completed landscape is a miniature imaginary world into which Gibran Julian allows us to peek.
Implications - There is a continuous appreciation of the unusual across all industries, from a consumer perspective. While the television industry maintains its focus on 'reality' television programs, other industries -- such as cinema with countless vampire movies -- appreciate a deviation from reality into unusual other worlds.
What's Driving This Trend
- Mixed Media Artwork
- There is a trend in the art industry for mixed media artwork that combines photography and digital illustration.
- Miniature Imaginary Worlds
- Consumers are drawn to artwork that presents miniature imaginary worlds and allows them to escape everyday reality.
- Nature-infused Art
- Artists are incorporating natural elements into their digital illustrations to create unique and captivating artwork.
Who This Affects Most
- Art Industry
- The art industry can embrace mixed media techniques to create new and exciting artwork that appeals to consumers.
- Film Industry
- The film industry can use this trend to create visually stunning scenes that transport viewers to other worlds.
- Advertising Industry
- The advertising industry can use this trend to create captivating and unique visuals that stand out in a crowded market.
