# Humorously Disturbed Comics (UPDATE) Joan Cornellà Has Mastered the Art of the Gruesome Comic By Vasiliki Marapas | Published 2014-11-27 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/joan-cornella References: [itsnicethat](http://www.itsnicethat.com/articles/joan-cornella) & [elblogdejoancornella.blogspot](http://elblogdejoancornella.blogspot.co.uk/) Joan Cornellà creates comics so disturbed, they will trouble even the most neurotic [Reddit](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-daily-snoo) user. Cornellà's [colorful comics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dreamcanvas) look cheerful on the outset, but the six-panel narratives reveal something hopeless and tragic about the human condition. It's like a train wreck you can't tear your eyes off of. The comics include one of two armless men, one of whom is wearing a shirt emblazoned with the phrase "Free Hugs." Another composition features a man blow-torching a cow into the shape of a dog; he then presents the mutated, bloody creature to his daughter as a pet. Looking at Cornellà's art is meant to [disturb and unsettle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uncomfortable-table). It's meant to make you feel uncomfortable, so don't shy away from his morbid genius if you can help it! ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.9/10 - Popularity: 99% | Activity: 99% | 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) > [Modern](https://www.trendhunter.com/modern) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Disturbing Comics:** Opportunity for artists to create unsettling narratives that challenge societal norms and provoke strong emotional reactions. - **Dark Humor:** Opportunity for comedians and writers to explore morbid and uncomfortable subjects in a comedic way, pushing the boundaries of traditional humor. - **Emotional Catharsis:** Opportunity for creators to provide an outlet for individuals to confront and process uncomfortable emotions through disturbing and thought-provoking art. ### Where This Applies - **Artistic Expression:** Opportunity for art galleries and museums to showcase disturbing and provocative artwork that challenges conventional notions of beauty and art. - **Entertainment:** Opportunity for entertainment platforms to offer dark humor content that appeals to audiences seeking unconventional and challenging forms of comedy. - **Psychological Therapy:** Opportunity for therapists and mental health professionals to incorporate disturbing art as a means of facilitating emotional catharsis and promoting introspection. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Personalized Artful Vinyl Figurines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/send-yourself-nowhere.md) - [Horrific Beer-Themed Comics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/garage-beer.md) - [Surreal Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jeffrey-deitch-art-gallery.md) - [Apocalypse Post Pandemic Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contemporary-urban-art.md) - [Hyper-Realistic Flesh Objects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/junji-ito.md) - [Distorted Burger Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ailloween.md) - [Anime Horror-Style Reimaginations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/junji-ito-artwork.md) - [Striking Urban Wildlife Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clare-allin.md) - [Digital Archetype Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christian-rex-van-minnen-1.md)