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# Nutty Newspaper Drawings
The Lisa Haney Wall Street Journal Illustrations are Quirky Pick-Me-Ups

By Emily Evans | Published 2011-05-27 | Pop Culture
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lisa-haney-wall-street-journal
References: [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/gallery/Editorial-The-Wall-Street-Journal/1387579) & [lisahaney](http://www.lisahaney.com/)

When reading stoic newspaper articles it's often nice to stumble upon a [cute caricature drawing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ooly) likes these Lisa Haney *Wall Street Journal* illustrations. Each of these original drawings were created by Haney, a [University of Buffalo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wiggle-collection) graduate. The Lisa Haney *Wall Street Journal* illustrations are quirky and wonderful in their [use of colours, shapes and figures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/colorama). From rabbits to bakers, and women with platters on their heads -- these creations are each so different and funky!

If you're looking for illustrations that can help to brighten your day these Lisa Haney *Wall Street Journal* illustrations will surely do it. The artist herself describes her specialties as "intelligent solutions to abstract problems, intricately metaphorical images, and cute animals in business suits." This is one notable artist worth checking out!

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 0.8/10
- Popularity: 11% | Activity: 4% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### What Makes This Trend Stand Out

- **Quirky Illustrations:** Opportunity to incorporate unique and creative illustrations in marketing and branding initiatives.
- **Colorful Drawings:** Opportunity to embrace and use vibrant and eye-catching colors to differentiate brand from competitors.
- **Humor in Business:** Opportunity to convey a lighthearted and approachable brand personality through the use of humor in visuals and messaging.

### Sectors Adopting This

- **Marketing:** Using quirky illustrations in brand identity and advertising campaigns to stand out among competitors.
- **Publishing:** Incorporating unique illustrations into publications to enhance visual appeal and increase reader engagement.
- **Product Design:** Infusing bright and fun colors in product packaging and designs to attract and appeal to a wider audience.

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