# Surreal Collages The Ever-Mutating Art of Gustavo Ortiz By TrendHead | Published 2009-08-07 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gustavo-ortiz References: [hookedblog](http://www.hookedblog.co.uk/2009/07/gustavo-ortiz-pure-evil-gallery.html) & [pureevilclothing](http://www.pureevilclothing.com/) I love the colors and the funny little hands of these figures who seem to cluster in Argentinian artist Gustavo Ortiz’s creative universe. The London-based artist recently had his [first solo exhibition in London](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jeffrey-deitch-art-gallery) entitled 'Metamorphosis,' where these artworks above were featured. Gustavo Ortiz's artwork is marked by an influence of colonial art as well as [native indigenous artistic practices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gabriel-chaile). Using collages as his primary medium, Ortiz combines the whimsical elements of naive art with the unexpected juxtaposition of [surrealism](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/surreal-street-art-1), thus creating an atmosphere of surprise charm and simplicity. I must confess, I bought two of Gustavo Ortiz’s pieces last year before he was exhibited, thank God, as I am sure his pieces will increase in value over the next couple of years. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.0/10 - Popularity: 60% | Activity: 23% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Modern](https://www.trendhunter.com/modern) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Surreal Collage Art:** Opportunities in developing new art exhibitions, merchandise, and marketing campaigns for artistic expression. - **Naive Art Influence:** Opportunities in exploring indigenous art styles to create new visual experiences through art. - **Unexpected Juxtaposition:** Opportunities in exploring innovative collage techniques to create surreal and whimsical art. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Artistic Exhibitions and Galleries:** Opportunities in showcasing artwork that combines different indigenous art styles. - **Art Merchandise:** Opportunities in producing merchandise that highlights Surreal Collage Art. - **Art Marketing and Advertising:** Opportunities in utilizing Surreal Collage Art in marketing campaigns to create a unique visual experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Stunning Origami Portraits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/origami-portaits.md) - [Textile Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/olga-de-amaral.md) - [Otherworldly Wooden Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooden-sculptures-1.md) - [Neo-Mexican Art Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/para-morelio.md) - [Oil Painting-Inspired Rugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/antonio-santn.md) - [Digital Archetype Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christian-rex-van-minnen-1.md) - [Raunchy Anime-Inspired Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/manuela-soto-sosa.md) - [Statement Street Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/surreal-street-art-1.md) - [Surreal Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jeffrey-deitch-art-gallery.md)