# Retro Stick-Figure Drawings Matthew Lyons Renders Alluring Images By Kevin Young | Published 2012-04-01 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/matthew-lyons2 References: [visualnews](http://www.visualnews.com/2012/03/21/this-just-in-the-future-is-illustrated-and-retro/) & [matthew-lyons](http://matthew-lyons.com/) Classic and vintage aesthetics are two major themes in the works of illustrator Matthew Lyons. In these illustrations, Lyons depicts the future with a [retro perspective](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vintageinspired-technology-tech-brand-kickbacks-discman-is-nostalgic). Intriguing contrasts of the past and future are evident, as there are [smartphones, tablets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/noka-7610-5g) and eco-friendly technology present, all incorporated in a 1960s-style art. If you take a look at the [furniture and fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drawing-series), there’s a vintage look to it: the long-strapped purses, hipster-like fashion, squared sofas and retro dressers are prominent. The characters in these illustrations look somewhat robotic, which fits perfectly with the futuristic theme. Matthew Lyons depicts a retro style in his art, which is interesting when paired with futuristic subjects. The earth-like hues also contribute to the vintage look. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.3/10 - Popularity: 46% | Activity: 46% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) > [Eco Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/ecoarchitecture) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Classic and Vintage Aesthetics:** Explore the blending of classic and vintage aesthetics with modern technology to create a unique artistic style. - **Retro-futurism:** Embrace the retro-futurism movement by incorporating nostalgic elements into futuristic designs and concepts. - **Robotics and Retro Design:** Combine robotic elements with retro design to create a visually compelling and thought-provoking art style. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Art and Design:** Discover innovative ways to incorporate classic and vintage aesthetics into modern art and design. - **Technology:** Explore how to integrate retro-futuristic elements into the design of future technology products. - **Fashion and Home Decor:** Incorporate retro design elements into fashion and home decor to create a unique and nostalgic style that appeals to vintage lovers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Analog Nostalgia Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/back-to-basics-ii.md) - [Retro Space-Themed Puzzled Posters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/john-carter.md) - [Rad Retro-Style Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retrofuture-wrist-tech.md) - [Tech-Infused Analog Radios](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-aesthetics-and-modern-technology.md) - [80s-Inspired 16-Bit Display Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/16bit-display.md) - [Retro Drawing-Inpsired Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/family-project.md) - [Retro Electric Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stellar.md) - [Modern Electrified Retro Automobiles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/two8esl.md) - [Retro-Futurist Restaurant Interiors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retrofuturist-restaurant.md)