# Articulate Cartoon Art Jessica Fortner Illustrations Have a Voice of Their Own By Emily Evans | Published 2011-06-08 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jessica-fortner-illustrations References: [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/gallery/Jessica-Fortner-illustrations/) & [jessicafortner](http://www.jessicafortner.com) The expression 'give your art a voice' was truly put to test with these magnificent Jessica Fortner Illustrations. Not only has the ever-so-talented illustrator given her artwork a voice, but she has done it in a funky, jaw-dropping way that has gotten people talking. Fortner's illustrative series' have always been totally off-the-wall and enormously popular instantly upon their release. The popular art and design website Behance Network is a frequent favorite for Jessica Fortner Illustrations. Each of the illustrations in this latest series have wacky bursts of color and spunk; images of teeth grins, large jaws, and ludicrous lips all grace numerous Fortner illustrations. If you thought that cartoon-like illustrations were childish, think again, because these Jessica Fortner Illustrations certainly have some adult appeal. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.2/10 - Popularity: 59% | Activity: 59% | 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) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Off-the-wall Illustrations:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the digital illustration industry by creating unique and quirky illustrations that appeal to adults. - **Adult-friendly Cartoons:** Opportunity for disruption in the animation industry by creating cartoons and animated shows that have an adult appeal. - **Funky Art Design:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the art and design industry by creating funky and jaw-dropping designs like those by Jessica Fortner. ### Who This Affects Most - **Digital Illustration:** Trend towards offbeat and eye-catching illustrations with adult appeal presents opportunities for digital illustration studios. - **Animation:** Opportunity for animation studios to create adult-friendly cartoons and animated shows that appeal to a broad demographic. - **Art and Design:** Trend towards unconventional and funky designs presents an opportunity for emerging artists and designers to showcase their unique styles and perspectives. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Striking Urban Wildlife Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clare-allin.md) - [Whimsical Childlike Furniture Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-eternal-child.md) - [Stylized Portrait Generators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/face-to-all.md) - [Artful Sculptural Ceramic Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wave-collection-1.md) - [Raunchy Anime-Inspired Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/manuela-soto-sosa.md) - [Glamorous Artful Bronze Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sweet-jane.md) - [Toddler-Focused Typography Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/my-first-book-of-fancy-letters.md) - [Illustrative Artist-Collaborative Card Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shantell-martin-1.md) - [Playful Cat Illustrations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/open-meow.md)