# Faceless Man Portraits Marcel Ceuppen Draws Inspiration from Disconnection By Andrew Robertson | Published 2012-03-15 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marcel-ceuppens References: [mymodernmet](http://www.mymodernmet.com/) & [mymodernmet](http://www.mymodernmet.com/profiles/blogs/marcel-ceuppens-everyman-digital-paintings) The Everyman Digital Paintings portfolio by Marcel Ceuppens explores themes of disconnection, complacency and detachment as a universal aspect of day-to-day existence. Centered around a [faceless man](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/faceless-avatar) situated within different [dream-like locations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jeffrey-deitch-art-gallery), the paintings seem to beg the question: "where is one's place in the world?" Marcel Ceuppens' paintings all seem to illicit a sense of sublime suspension, as if passing through a familiar yet undefinable void. They are reminiscent of a dream where elements of your surroundings are recognizable, yet the environment in its entirety is a fabrication. Masterfully illustrated, these images attest to Marcel Ceuppens's ability to extract a sensation and develop it into a statement. The result is a variety of paintings that all have a feeling of [disconnection and loneliness](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/silent-echoes). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.1/10 - Popularity: 76% | Activity: 70% | 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) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Disconnection Art:** Art that explores themes of disconnection, complacency and detachment in a digital form, providing the opportunity for artists to express their innermost feelings. - **Dreamscapes:** Artists are creating dreamlike environments that blur the line between reality and imagination, offering a sense of sublime suspension to the viewer in the form of paintings and digital art. - **Faceless Human Art:** Trend of faceless human art that raises questions about one's place in the world and the universal aspect of day-to-day existence. ### Who This Affects Most - **Digital Art:** The rise of digital art has opened up new possibilities for artists to express themselves and explore themes, such as disconnection and loneliness, in captivating ways. - **Art Galleries:** With more and more digital artworks being created, the art industry has evolved, resulting in a new form of art that is accessible through virtual exhibition and can be displayed at art galleries. - **Interior Design:** Faceless human art and dreamscapes can be used in home decor and interior design, providing a contemporary and thought-provoking touch that sparks creative inspiration. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Otherwordly Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/william-monk.md) - [AI-Generated Poetic Photo Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emilio-alarcn.md) - [Human Duality-Themed Abstract Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/passive-aggression.md) - [Digital Archetype Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christian-rex-van-minnen-1.md) - [Apocalypse Post Pandemic Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contemporary-urban-art.md) - [Artful Suspended Fashion Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/invisible-figures.md) - [Stylized Portrait Generators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/face-to-all.md) - [Travel-Inspired Canvas Paintings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-passport-series.md) - [Painting-Immersive Photo Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-ground-exhibition.md)