# Intimate Imaginative Illustrations Jeremy Enecio Takes Viewers into Surreal Situations By Jason Soy | Published 2011-11-08 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jeremy-enecio References: [splitpersonality.at](http://www.splitpersonality.at/2011/11/jeremy-enecio/) & [jenecio](http://jenecio.com/) Jeremy Enecio often illustrates his subjects nude or scantily clad, invoking a sense of intimacy between his work and his viewers. This trusting relationship between the two is then undermined, in the most pleasant ways possible, as the New York-based artist takes viewers on a wild ride through impossibly [surreal scenarios](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/surreal-street-art-1). Whether it’s a boat being rowed into a monstrous koi fish in the middle of a couple’s path, or three levitated women hovering over the head of an adolescent boy, these [Jeremy Enecio paintings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pierre-emmanuel-martin) engage viewers through their provocative dreamlike qualities and their meticulous artistic execution. Though not as fantastical as some of his other pieces, the illustration entitled 'Joanna Silvestri' definitely stands out with its depiction of a sultry blonde woman and man sharing a [private moment in bed](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toy-stories). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.9/10 - Popularity: 100% | Activity: 100% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## 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 - **Intimate Imaginative Illustrations:** Exploring surreal and intimate scenarios through artwork, creating a unique and immersive experience for viewers. - **Provocative Dreamlike Qualities:** Using provocative and dreamlike elements to captivate and engage viewers, offering a fresh approach to artistic expression. - **Meticulous Artistic Execution:** Emphasizing meticulous attention to detail in the creation of artwork, elevating the overall quality and impact of the pieces. ### Who This Affects Most - **Art and Design:** Opportunities for artists to experiment with surreal and intimate concepts, pushing the boundaries of traditional art forms. - **Galleries and Exhibitions:** Creating exhibition spaces that showcase provocative and immersive artwork, attracting a diverse audience and generating buzz. - **Art Collecting and Investment:** Investing in unique and meticulously executed artwork that offers a fresh perspective, potentially increasing its value over time. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Surreal Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jeffrey-deitch-art-gallery.md) - [Abstract Geometric Solo Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/impermanent-state-of-being.md) - [Raunchy Anime-Inspired Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/manuela-soto-sosa.md) - [Playful Balloon Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keff-joons.md) - [Glamorous Artful Bronze Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sweet-jane.md) - [Otherwordly Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/william-monk.md) - [Digital Archetype Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christian-rex-van-minnen-1.md) - [Sea-Inspired Mini Sculpture Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-sculptures.md) - [Human Duality-Themed Abstract Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/passive-aggression.md)