# Desolate Head Paints Artwork by Julian Kimmings is Creatively Sad By Kamal Musharbash | Published 2011-01-19 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/julian-kimmings References: [inkbutter](http://inkbutter.com/the-art-of-julian-kimmings) & [kimmings](http://www.kimmings.co.uk/) UK-based artist Julian Kimmings has a knack for painting the melancholy and gloomy characters; however, his unique style is what makes him stand out. His [mixed media work](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/painting-exhibition) involved [aerosol paints, acrylic and ink](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yolo-paint) all to emphasize the overall effect of his work. His distinctive painting style hypnotizes you with his use of color, shading and a bit of art deco. The perception of art is subjective; however, Julian Kimmings' work not only is able to stick out, but also can carry a strong message regardless of how it is perceived. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.5/10 - Popularity: 54% | Activity: 12% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - 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 - **Melancholy Artwork:** Opportunity to create and market art that evokes sadness and gloom in a unique style using mixed media. - **Distinctive Painting Style:** Opportunity to develop a unique painting style using a combination of mediums to create a hypnotic effect. - **Subjective Perception of Art:** Opportunity to create thought-provoking art that conveys a strong message regardless of interpretation. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fine Art:** Opportunity for artists to stand out by utilizing mixed media and unique styles to create works that challenge subjective perceptions. - **Art Supply and Material Manufacturing:** Opportunity to develop and market new materials and tools that allow artists to create new and innovative mixed media works. - **Art Galleries and Exhibitions:** Opportunity for galleries and exhibits to showcase and promote unique works of art that evoke strong emotions and challenge perceptions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Apocalypse Post Pandemic Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contemporary-urban-art.md) - [Vibrantly Colorful Dynamic Artwork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kayla-rumpp.md) - [Glamorous Artful Bronze Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sweet-jane.md) - [Otherwordly Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/william-monk.md) - [Statement Street Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/surreal-street-art-1.md) - [Surreal Love-Themed Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/joakim-ojanen.md) - [Leftover Househouse Paint Artwork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paint-drop.md) - [Dark Abstracted Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-minyades-exhibition.md) - [Digital Archetype Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christian-rex-van-minnen-1.md)