# Surreal Oil Paintings The Wild Works of Jordan Kasey are Creatively Unique By Francis Tiangson | Published 2011-01-20 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jordan-kasey References: [lostateminor](http://www.lostateminor.com/2011/01/19/jordan-kasey) & [jordankasey.blogspot](http://jordankasey.blogspot.com/p/2010.html) Baltimore-based painter Jordan Kasey, a graduate of the Maryland Institute College of Art, creates playful [oil paintings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/painting-exhibition) that showcase her honed skill and talent. Her works are fun and exciting, teetering on the edge of [surrealism](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jeffrey-deitch-art-gallery). Jordan Kasey's work ranges from alien-like landscapes to whimsical people portraits. With a stunning style, her pieces are definitely works of art that I would decorate my house with. **Implications** - Painting may seem like high-priced items in the eyes of consumers who have little appreciation for art, but they are continuing to come down in price to meet consumer demand. Artists that can create print versions of their acclaimed work can better help to meet varying consumer budgets. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.2/10 - Popularity: 43% | Activity: 16% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Affordable Paintings:** Creating print versions of acclaimed art can meet varying consumer budgets. - **Whimsical Portraits:** Whimsical and playful portraits are gaining popularity in the art world. - **Surreal Landscapes:** Alien-like landscapes are becoming a prominent theme in contemporary art. ### Where This Applies - **Art Printing:** The demand for print versions of fine art creates opportunities for the art printing industry. - **Home Decor:** Consumers seeking unique and eye-catching artworks for their homes drive the home decor industry. - **Contemporary Art:** The rising popularity of surreal and whimsical art forms creates opportunities in the contemporary art market. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Playful Balloon Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keff-joons.md) - [Abstract Geometric Solo Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/impermanent-state-of-being.md) - [Leftover Househouse Paint Artwork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paint-drop.md) - [Artist-Edition Jigsaw Puzzles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artistedition-jigsaw-puzzles.md) - [Suburban-Inspired Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/suburbaninspired-art-exhibition.md) - [Oil Painting-Inspired Rugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/antonio-santn.md) - [Custom-Designed Painting Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/customdesigned-painting-kit.md) - [Striking Urban Wildlife Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clare-allin.md) - [Statement Street Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/surreal-street-art-1.md)