# Poured Surrealist Art Holton Rower Uses Paint in an Creative, Unconventional Way By Matt Ho | Published 2011-02-13 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holton-rower References: [thedailywh.at](http://thedailywh.at/post/3201855933/this-is-trippy-you-should-watch-it-of-the-day) & [youtube](http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d6egUsZvWu4&feature=player_embedded) Holton Rower has used paint in the most unusual but creative way to make these incredible [works of art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/colorscape-installation). Instead of using a canvas to paint elaborate abstract images, Rower has [poured cans of paint](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paint-pour-gift-set) over a rectangular platform, creating the technicolor beauties you see above. The artist pours different colors over one another, which results in a [spiral of psychedelic art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spiral-glass) flowing with elegance. Check out the video to see the complete process of these amazing pieces. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.2/10 - Popularity: 79% | Activity: 98% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Internet](https://www.trendhunter.com/internet) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Psychedelic Art:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore new techniques and mediums in creating abstract art. - **Unconventional Painting:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Experiment with alternative methods of applying paint to create unique and visually stunning artworks. - **Technicolor Creations:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop new ways to incorporate vibrant colors and create visually captivating art pieces. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Art and Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Revolutionize the art industry by challenging traditional painting techniques and introducing unconventional artistic methods. - **Interior Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the use of poured paint art as an innovative form of wall decor, adding uniqueness and vibrancy to interior spaces. - **Home Decor:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create a market for custom technicolor art pieces as home decor items, appealing to individuals seeking bold and eclectic design elements. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Vibrantly Colorful Dynamic Artwork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kayla-rumpp.md) - [3D-Printed Colorful Vessels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/olivier-van-herpt-1.md) - [Mesmerizing Fluid Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flow-fountain.md) - [Oil Painting-Inspired Rugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/antonio-santn.md) - [Color-Blending Kinetic Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/felipe-pantone.md) - [Structured Art Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flowchart.md) - [Colorful Geometric Ceramic Vases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barva-vases.md) - [Glass Beaded Intricate Artworks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/painting-exhibition.md) - [Colour Shift Clear Seating](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/color-roller.md)