# Illustrated Magazine Covers Ana Strumpf's Custom Cover Art Features Playful Shapes and Hues By Jana Pijak | Published 2015-03-30 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/illustrated-magazine-cover References: [fubiz.net](http://www.fubiz.net/2015/03/26/illustrations-on-fashion-magazines-covers/) Brazilian artist Ana Strumpf creates illustrated magazine covers using bright hues and fun shapes. Her visual style is reminiscent of notebook doodles and is always playful in its aesthetic. Whether transforming W Magazine, Dazed & Confused or [Harper's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/harper-house) Bazaar covers, Ana creates playful masterpieces that evoke a vibrant and carefree spirit. Based in São Paulo, the artist uses [sharpies and markers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/illustrations-ai) as her main medium of choice and draws on models faces, bodies and clothing items. Her illustrated magazine covers are presented as part of the artist's 'Re.Cover' series and feature stars like Beyonce, Kate Moss and political icon Nelson Mandela among other famous faces. Her works are fun and festive, reminding their viewer to not take themselves or life too seriously. Image Credit: [Ana Strumpf](http://www.anastrumpf.com.br/) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.0/10 - Popularity: 64% | Activity: 47% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Custom Magazine Covers:** Opportunity for artists to create unique and playful magazine covers that capture the attention of readers. - **Illustrated Artwork:** Growing demand for hand-drawn illustrations on magazine covers as a way to differentiate and stand out in the digital age. - **Playful Aesthetic:** Increasing interest in magazine covers with a vibrant and carefree visual style that appeals to a younger audience. ### Where This Applies - **Publishing:** Publishers can collaborate with artists to create custom illustrated covers that resonate with their target readership. - **Advertising:** Brands can leverage illustrated magazine covers to create eye-catching and memorable advertisements to reach their target market. - **Art and Design:** Artists and designers can explore the opportunity to showcase their talent and creativity by creating unique and visually appealing magazine covers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dynamic NFT Magazines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vogue-singapore-magazine.md) - [Vibrantly Colorful Dynamic Artwork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kayla-rumpp.md) - [Customizable Streaming Cover Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spotify-create-cover-art.md) - [AI-Generated Real-World Transformations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-generated-world.md) - [Imaginative Buildable Magazines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-and-wallpaper.md) - [Fashionable Wall Coverings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fashionable-wall-coverings.md) - [Pop Art Legend-Honoring Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keiichi-tanaami-1.md) - [Illustrative Artist-Collaborative Card Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shantell-martin-1.md) - [Artist-Approved Intricate Wallpaper Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/printed-decors.md)