# Unicorn Sandwich Illustrations Kathryn Macnaughton Makes Surreal Pretty Pictures By Meghan Young | Published 2010-11-19 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kathryn-macnaughton References: [lifelounge](http://www.lifelounge.com/art-and-design/news/kathryn-macnaughton-draws-unicorn-sandwiches.aspx) & [kathrynmacnaughton](http://www.kathrynmacnaughton.com/) A borderline [mixed-media artist](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/surreal-street-art-1), Kathryn Macnaughton creates odd illustrations that boggle the mind. I mean, a [unicorn sandwich](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pbj-inspired-sandwich-plates)? Only the most imaginatively disturbed would think of a concept like that. Based in Toronto, Kathryn Macnaughton recently graduated from the [Ontario College of Art and Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/renzo-piano). Although at first glance her work might seem a bit random, she does create meticulous illustrations that carry important messages. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.5/10 - Popularity: 32% | Activity: 35% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Mixed-media Art:** Exploring the combination of different artistic mediums, such as painting, collage, and digital technology, to create visually striking and thought-provoking artworks. - **Surreal Illustrations:** Creating imaginative and dreamlike visual narratives through illustrations that challenge traditional perspectives and evoke emotions. - **Message-driven Art:** Using art as a medium to convey important ideas, provoke discussions, and raise social awareness through visually captivating illustrations. ### Where This Applies - **Art and Design:** Promoting innovative and experimental approaches to art and design, exploring new techniques, materials, and mediums that push the boundaries of creativity. - **Publishing:** Collaborating with illustrators to create unique and eye-catching visuals for book covers, editorial spreads, and marketing materials, enhancing the overall storytelling experience. - **Advertising:** Harnessing the power of surreal illustrations to create attention-grabbing advertisements that leave a lasting impression and resonate with customers on an emotional level. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Design-Centric Dynamic Artful Cakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artful-cake.md) - [Unicorn-Inspired Dessert Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unicorn-crispy-bar.md) - [Vibrantly Colorful Dynamic Artwork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kayla-rumpp.md) - [Striking Urban Wildlife Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clare-allin.md) - [Mythical Creature Ice Pops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bomb-pop-unicorn-wonder.md) - [Artsy Surrealist Tableware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gohar-world.md) - [Boundary-Pushing Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/briony-douglas-1.md) - [Whimsical Unicorn-Inspired Refreshments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unicorn-dreams-slush.md) - [Unique Artistic Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amusebouche.md)