# Gas Mask Portraits Michel Valentino's Wasteland Children By Going Like Sixty | Published 2008-07-14 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/michel-valentinos-wasteland-children References: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/weblog/cat/10/view/3344/wasteland-exhibition-by-michel-valentino.html) "Wasteland Children of the Evolution" is an inspired title for an exhibition of [wild art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dirty-looks) by Michel Valentino which starts August 1st in Vockerode, Germany. Many characterize his work as controversial. This exhibition will add fuel to a hot fire as it depicts people wearing [gas masks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tidal-stories). Valentino is very talented at working in [photography, sculpture, video and performance art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/satellite-exhibition). His "Marque de Sade" video, seen above, is a fascinating collision of emotions. **Implications** - Invoking emotion in audiences and consumers is a great way to not only grab the attention of shoppers, but also creates a sense of intrigue that may benefit companies when it comes to standing out in the competitive market. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.6/10 - Popularity: 86% | Activity: 45% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## 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 - **Emotive Imagery:** Companies can explore the use of emotive imagery in marketing to capture customer attention and create a sense of intrigue. - **Controversial Art:** More businesses can invest in creating controversial art and exhibits to spark conversations and grab media attention. - **Multi-discipline Artistry:** The versatile nature of Michel Valentino's art demonstrates the value of applying multiple disciplines to produce unique creations and innovations. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** Fashion brands can consider incorporating emotive imagery like Valentino's gas mask portraits in their campaigns to showcase unique perspectives and stand out in the industry. - **Entertainment:** Entertainment companies can leverage controversial art as a means to promote new content and excite customers. - **Art and Design:** Art and design companies can explore the value of multidisciplinary artistry in producing new and engaging works that push the boundaries of the conventional art world. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Surreal Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jeffrey-deitch-art-gallery.md) - [Apocalypse Post Pandemic Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contemporary-urban-art.md) - [Cinematic Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alessandro-micheles.md) - [Collaborative Designer Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/just-like-heaven-art-exhibition.md) - [Striking Wearable Sculpture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wearable-sculpture-1.md) - [Raunchy Anime-Inspired Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/manuela-soto-sosa.md) - [Digital Archetype Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christian-rex-van-minnen-1.md) - [Disruptive Fashion Art Galleries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dirty-looks.md) - [Connected Emotive Face Masks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/w3e-mask-expressive-emotion.md)