# Surreal Steampunk Illustrations These Jon Foster Drawings are Seriously Epic By Matt Ho | Published 2011-01-22 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jon-foster References: [sweet-station](http://sweet-station.com/blog/2011/01/jon-foster/) & [jonfoster](http://www.jonfoster.com/#home) Mix steampunk and fantasy, then throw in a dash of surrealism and you'll get Jon Foster. Jon Foster is a talented artist whose illustrates define epic. The [steam punk influence](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sprayground-x-dune) there with images of gears, goggles, and people running from monsters that they shouldn't of been around with in the first place. The blend of [strange creatures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/distinctive-dragonthemed-books-dragonborn-features-illustrative-end-pages-a) and landscapes truly give the drawings a [surreal characteristic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jeffrey-deitch-art-gallery) that'll truly capture anyone's attention. Check out Jon Foster's amazing work in the gallery featured. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.5/10 - Popularity: 68% | Activity: 88% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, South 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 - **Steampunk Fantasy:** Explore the fusion of steampunk and fantasy genres to create unique and captivating illustrations. - **Surreal Illustrations:** Embrace surrealism in illustrations by incorporating strange creatures and landscapes, capturing attention with their dreamlike quality. - **Epic Artworks:** Create epic artworks that blend elements of steampunk, surrealism, and fantasy, leaving a lasting impression on viewers. ### Where This Applies - **Art and Design:** Artists and designers have the opportunity to experiment with steampunk, surrealism, and fantasy elements to create visually stunning and thought-provoking pieces. - **Publishing and Entertainment:** Publishers and entertainment companies can tap into the popularity of steampunk fantasy and surreal illustrations to attract audiences and engage consumers. - **Fashion and Cosplay:** Fashion designers and cosplayers can draw inspiration from steampunk aesthetics and surreal illustrations to create unique and eye-catching costumes and accessories. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Otherworldly Wooden Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooden-sculptures-1.md) - [Steampunk Aesthetic Espresso Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/steampunk-espresso-machine.md) - [Sci-Fi-Inspired Classical Posters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sen-donnan.md) - [Sci-Fi Nostalgic Dragon Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ground-dragon.md) - [AI-Generated Poetic Photo Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emilio-alarcn.md) - [Statement Street Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/surreal-street-art-1.md) - [Realistic Sketch-Reflective Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drawing-series.md) - [Otherwordly Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/william-monk.md) - [Apocalypse Post Pandemic Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contemporary-urban-art.md)