# Fiercely Linear Illustrations The Josie Portillo Drawings Are Consistently Angular By Jordy E | Published 2013-02-01 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/josie-portillo References: [missmoss.co.za](http://www.missmoss.co.za/2013/01/27/catch-up-art-design/) & [portilloillustration](http://www.portilloillustration.com) Josie Portillo's watercolor illustrations depict remarkable images of busy city streets, scary Halloween sets and sprawling winter scenes. While she incorporates a variety of subjects and backgrounds into her work, her pieces are consistently linear, seen in precise geometric shapes and outlines. Portillo is based in Los Angeles. The artist is a graduate of the Art Center College of Design where she completed a [BFA](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/customdesigned-painting-kit) in illustration. She has stuck with this stream since leaving the school in 2009, merging her distinctive approach to artwork with an assortment of academic models. Given her distinct, recognizable style, it is no wonder that her drawings were exhibited at [Gallery Nucleus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ode-to-kyoto), Galerie Daniel Maghen and The Hive Gallery. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.1/10 - Popularity: 43% | Activity: 12% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Customization](https://www.trendhunter.com/customization) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Linear Art:** Artists using precision and angular designs in their work. - **Distinctive Illustrations:** Illustrators creating unique and recognizable styles. - **Watercolor Creations:** Artists incorporating watercolor techniques in their linear designs. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Art and Design:** Businesses interested in showcasing different styles and techniques in art and design. - **Publishing:** Book and magazine publishers looking for unique illustrators to feature in their publications. - **Home Decor:** Companies seeking one-of-a-kind artwork for their product line, such as wall art and textiles. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Structured Art Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flowchart.md) - [Stunning Origami Portraits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/origami-portaits.md) - [Human Duality-Themed Abstract Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/passive-aggression.md) - [Kyoto-Inspired Solo Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ode-to-kyoto.md) - [Painting-Inspired Wallpaper Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portals-collection.md) - [Striking Urban Wildlife Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clare-allin.md) - [Realistic Sketch-Reflective Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drawing-series.md) - [Origami-Inspired Porcelain Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saori-matsushita.md) - [Raunchy Anime-Inspired Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/manuela-soto-sosa.md)