# Feminine Surrealist Portraits Heidi Yardley Depicts Women in a Beautifully Tragic Way with Her Art By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2013-04-05 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heidi-yardley References: [sweet-station](http://sweet-station.com/blog/2013/04/heidi-yardley/) & [heidiyardley](http://heidiyardley.com) The portraits can be perceived as both perplexing and beautifully broken, which is why I think Heidi Yardley's work is product of sheer talent. The [oil paintings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handpainted-ceramic-collections) by the Australian artist have certain [surrealist aspects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jeffrey-deitch-art-gallery), yet they each take on an unspoken method that isn't quite like anything I've previously encountered. While there is definitely a strong sense of femininity that goes beyond the female muses, Heidi Yardley is able to convey something that's beautiful yet melancholy, which is where we find some of the most striking works of our time. Mostly done with oil on board, the paintings by Heidi Yardley are respected not only by private collectors, but also several art museums that continue to showcase her talent with consistency. Check out some of her most recent creations here and link over to her [personal site](http://heidiyardley.com) to find out more. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 37% | Activity: 10% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## 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 - **Feminine Surrealist Art:** There is a growing trend in the art world for feminine surrealist portraits, like the works of Heidi Yardley. - **Combining Beauty and Melancholy:** Artists like Heidi Yardley are exploring the concept of combining beauty with melancholy in their artwork. - **Oil Paintings on Board:** The use of oil on board is becoming increasingly popular among contemporary artists, as seen in Heidi Yardley's paintings. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Art:** In the art industry, there is an opportunity to embrace and promote the growing trend of feminine surrealist portraits. - **Museums:** Museums can capitalize on the popularity of artists like Heidi Yardley, who create beautiful yet melancholic artworks. - **Art Collecting:** Collectors can invest in the unique and captivating oil paintings on board, such as those created by Heidi Yardley. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Intricate Fiber Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/threadwork-women-redefining-fiber-arts.md) - [Glamorous Artful Bronze Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sweet-jane.md) - [Suburban-Inspired Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/suburbaninspired-art-exhibition.md) - [Reimagined Puzzled Artful Paintings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portrait-of-a-woman-in-a-hat.md) - [Surreal Love-Themed Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/joakim-ojanen.md) - [Glass Beaded Intricate Artworks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/painting-exhibition.md) - [Otherwordly Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/william-monk.md) - [Art-Inspired Streetwear Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/silent-echoes.md) - [Artsy Surrealist Tableware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gohar-world.md)