# Distorted Foil Paintings Martin C. Herbst's Watercolor Works are a Modern Take on Tradition By Jana Pijak | Published 2014-11-14 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/martin-c-herbst References: [joquz](http://www.joquz.com/2393/distorted-portrait-paintings-by-martin-c-herbst) & [martincherbst](http://www.martincherbst.com/) Martin C. Herbst's distorted art pieces are displayed on a series of [reflective canvases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zigzag-collection). They are made from [stainless steel and aluminum materials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nick-valentijn) and are molded to create a set of sculptural forms. His paintings are a fresh translation of iconic art work and are displayed in a way that manipulates their imagery. Capturing human subjects, this series of figures and faces is incredibly detailed and visually intriguing. What looks like a scrunched up piece of metal is later revealed to be an unconventional watercolor painting. Whether working with jagged metal sheets or spherical and curved materials, Martin C. Herbst creates [perception-altering illustrations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ripples-collection) that defy convention. His works marry iconic imagery with modern and ambiguous forms to create a balanced mix of old and new elements. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.1/10 - Popularity: 49% | Activity: 6% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - 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 - **Reflective Canvases:** Exploring the use of reflective canvases in art opens up opportunities for interactive and dynamic visual experiences. - **Distorted Art:** Embracing distorted art techniques can lead to innovative and thought-provoking ways of storytelling and expression. - **Watercolor Reinvention:** Reimagining traditional watercolor techniques through unconventional materials like stainless steel and aluminum presents new avenues for experimentation and artistic exploration. ### Who This Affects Most - **Art:** The art industry can benefit from incorporating distorted art techniques to create unique and engaging art pieces for collectors and enthusiasts. - **Design:** The design industry can explore the use of reflective materials and distorted art forms to bring innovation and creativity into various product designs and visual experiences. - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can draw inspiration from the watercolor reinvention trend to create avant-garde and visually striking clothing designs that challenge traditional aesthetics. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sophisticated Copper Mirrors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/manu-ba.md) - [Digital Archetype Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christian-rex-van-minnen-1.md) - [Vibrantly Colorful Dynamic Artwork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kayla-rumpp.md) - [Otherworldly Wooden Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooden-sculptures-1.md) - [Psychedelic Sculptural Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frank-stella-recent-sculpture.md) - [Insect-Inspired Bronze Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/insect-bronze-sculptures.md) - [3D-Printed Colorful Vessels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/olivier-van-herpt-1.md) - [Juxtaposing Digital Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/riflessi.md) - [Striking Glass Portraits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glass-portraits.md)