# Illustrations on Bar Windows by Laura Osorno By Andres Colmenares | Published 2006-12-18 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/illustrations-on-bar-windows-by-laura-osorno References: [flickr](http://www.flickr.com/photos/90337409@N00/) & [lauraosorno](http://www.lauraosorno.com) Laura Osorno, a young colombian illustrator recently found a new way of displaying her excellent and colorful work: in the [windows of Bogota bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-camionera) Mai Lirol Darlin and Këa. She is a graphic designer working in illustration since 1998. Her work has been featured in many children books, magazines and commercial works for companies as Eje Records, Fedco, Defensoría del Pueblo, [Banco de la República](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/faro-santander), Glowimages and Motel d´amour. A couple years ago, she has worked creating different [characters in cards, posters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/danza-collection), "finger muppets", dolls, pins and t-shirts. These characters include a rabbit shrink without heart, a neurotic overweighted fairy, and a girl talented making concentric bubbles from snots among others. (Photo courtesy of Juan Felipe Rubio) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.6/10 - Popularity: 36% | Activity: 3% | 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) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Modern](https://www.trendhunter.com/modern) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Window Art:** Opportunity for artists to showcase their work on bar windows, adding a unique and visually appealing element to the nightlife scene. - **Illustration in Commercial Spaces:** Illustrators can collaborate with businesses to create eye-catching designs for windows and other areas, creating a more visually engaging environment for customers. - **Alternative Advertising:** Businesses can use illustrations on their windows as a creative and attention-grabbing form of advertising, standing out from traditional marketing methods. ### Where This Applies - **Art and Design:** Artists and designers can explore new opportunities to showcase their work in both traditional and non-traditional venues. - **Hospitality and Entertainment:** Bars, restaurants, and other entertainment establishments can enhance their ambiance by incorporating artistic illustrations into their physical spaces. - **Advertising and Marketing:** Companies can explore new avenues for creative and unique advertising by incorporating illustrations into their campaigns and strategies. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Raunchy Anime-Inspired Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/manuela-soto-sosa.md) - [Collaboration Color-Coded Cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luminair-cocktail-bar.md) - [Exuberant Love-Inspired Pillows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/laura-dro-designs.md) - [Food-Inspired Brand Imagery](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cooking-clases-barcelona-venue.md) - [Statement Wall Covering Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/el-muro.md) - [Whimsical Pop-Up Cognac Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cognac-bar.md) - [Flower-Inspired Vibrant Rugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/espressionismo-floreale.md) - [Market-Inspired Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-plaza-johanna-ortiz.md) - [Latin American-Inspired QSR Merch](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/latest-starbucks-merch.md)