# Reverie-Inspired Cutouts Cardboard Cities by Laura Redburn Look Like Photos from a Dream By Andrew Robertson | Published 2012-04-23 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/laura-redburn References: [brwnpaperbag](http://www.brwnpaperbag.com/2012/04/20/cardboard-cities-laura-redburn/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=cardboard-cities-laura-redburn) & [cardboardcities](http://cardboardcities.co.uk/) Laura Redburn's website 'Cardboard Cities' is full of [dreamlike collages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jeffrey-deitch-art-gallery), full of vibrant imagery and compelling metaphorical compositions. Many of the images [obscure elements of identity](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/host-exhibition), rendering the characters into abstract objects within an abstruse environment. Reminiscent of a dream, these illustrations compile a variety of [familiar images](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baggage-claim-mirrors) in a way that makes them foreign entities. Composed of stimulating pictures and disconnected depictions, the interpretations for these collages will be as distinctive and individual as the imagery themselves. Artwork like this by Laura Redburn reflects upon the audience's personal background, as they are encouraged to reflect upon their own experiences when drawing out meaning and significance from the illustrations. Imaginative, bizarre and impressive, Laura Redburn's artwork appears to be the visual stills from a video recording of someone's vivid dream. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.9/10 - Popularity: 64% | Activity: 76% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% 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) > [Modern](https://www.trendhunter.com/modern) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Dreamlike Collages:** Designers can explore creating collages that obscure elements of identity within a dreamlike environment. - **Abstract Objects:** Opportunities exist to create abstract objects within a composition that stimulate the imagination and encourage personal reflection. - **Metaphorical Compositions:** Artists and designers can experiment with combining familiar imagery in metaphorical compositions to create unique and thought-provoking works. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fine Arts:** Art museums and galleries can feature exhibits that showcase dreamlike collages that encourage personal reflection and interpretation. - **Graphic Design:** Graphic designers can create abstract objects in their designs that engage the viewer's imagination and invite reflection. - **Marketing:** Marketers can incorporate metaphorical compositions in their campaigns to create engaging and memorable messaging. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Paper-Made Mosaic Artwork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/real-life-architecture-exhibition.md) - [Surrealist Shopping Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dreams-is.md) - [Laser-Cut Urban Artistry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/laser-cut-city-maps.md) - [Cardboard-Inspired Ceramic Household Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cardboard-collection.md) - [Vibrantly Colorful Dynamic Artwork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kayla-rumpp.md) - [Digital City-Inspired Art Works](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grand-central-station.md) - [AI-Generated Real-World Transformations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-generated-world.md) - [Brain-Like Labyrinths](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brash-collective.md) - [Whimsical Sculptural Furniture Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/city-block-series.md)