# Reflective Eye Art These Hyper-Realistic Paintings Focus on Reflections in Eyes By Lacey-Jane Walsh | Published 2013-07-14 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hyperrealistic References: [mymodernmet](http://www.mymodernmet.com/profiles/blogs/veri-apriyatno-the-witnesses) & [facebook](https://www.facebook.com/vapriyatno) These stunning hyper-realistic paintings by artist Veri Apriyatno focus on eyes and the reflections seen inside of them. While these works are mostly done in black and white, a few are color injected. In some of these paintings the way that the eye looks also reflects what the person is seeing. If something horrific is depicted in the eye's reflection then the eye is shown wide open. In one capture, the reflection shows a bottle of wine and a glass. This seems kind of romantic, which makes sense because the eye itself seems to be tearing up. This is an interesting approach to [hyper-realistic art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ripples-collection). The idea of having a [realistic picture within a realistic picture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eye-of-the-future) is extremely interesting. Apriyatno's [eye reflection art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mirroring-dialogue) is beautifully done and hard to look away from. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.8/10 - Popularity: 58% | Activity: 49% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% 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) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Hyper-realistic Art:** Opportunity for artists to create visually stunning and detailed artwork that blends realism with imagination. - **Reflective Art:** Potential for artists to explore the concept of reflection and its impact on perception and emotions. - **Realism with a Twist:** Emerging trend in art where artists incorporate unexpected elements or narratives within hyper-realistic paintings. ### Who This Affects Most - **Art:** Artists can leverage the trend to create unique and captivating pieces that resonate with viewers. - **Interior Design:** Opportunity for designers to incorporate hyper-realistic art with reflective elements to enhance visual interest and create a focal point in interiors. - **Advertising and Marketing:** Brands can employ hyper-realistic art with reflective eye elements to evoke emotions, capture attention, and enhance storytelling in their campaigns. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Apocalypse Post Pandemic Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contemporary-urban-art.md) - [Optical Illusion Mirrors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hooptical.md) - [Digital Archetype Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christian-rex-van-minnen-1.md) - [Juxtaposing Digital Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/riflessi.md) - [Starry-Eyed Dichroic Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/starryeyed-dichroic-sculpture.md) - [Vibrantly Colorful Dynamic Artwork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kayla-rumpp.md) - [Human Nature-Themed Art Galleries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sea-im-awake.md) - [Reflective Water-Themed Mirrors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lakes-collection.md) - [Colorful Retro Pixel Mirrors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paint-mirror.md)