# Minimalist Disney Illustrations This Artist Recreates Simplified Adorable Disney Characters By Ady Floyd | Published 2015-08-07 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimalist-disney-illustrations-this-artist-recreates-simplified-adorable-d References: [boredpanda](http://www.boredpanda.com/minimalist-classic-fairytales-characters-maria-jose-da-luz/) & [behance.net](https://www.behance.net/mjdaluz) Graphic designer and illustrator Maria José Da Luz created a collection of simplified [Disney](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/disney-wedding-dresses-1) illustrations. The images present versions of Disney characters using a solid background and iconic characteristics. Each character has an associate color based on their Disney film, such as Little Red Riding Hood’s association with the color red. This artist began each image with the appropriately determined color as a solid-colored background. She then placed small facial features and characteristics atop the background to resemble the characters. Another example is [Flounder from the Little Mermaid](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ariel-swipe). Since this character is mostly yellow, Maria José Da Luz used a yellow background and added a few blue fins, a large happy smile and wide eyes. Each Disney illustration is simple and easy to understand. The detail is not immediately recognized, but each image presents a unique visual aesthetic. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.2/10 - Popularity: 89% | Activity: 89% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Simplified Illustrations:** Exploring the use of simplified or minimalist illustrations for branding can offer a unique and memorable visual aesthetic that can stand out from competitors. - **Character-based Branding:** Incorporating iconic character traits or color schemes into branding can increase brand recognition and create a deeper emotional connection with customers. - **Iconic Color Schemes:** Distinguishing brands with an iconic color scheme can increase brand recognition and consumer loyalty. ### Who This Affects Most - **Graphic Design:** Incorporating simplified illustrations and character-based branding into graphic design can offer a distinctive visual identity for brands to connect with consumers. - **Entertainment:** Iconic color schemes and recognizable characters can drive consumer engagement for entertainment industries, such as Disney. - **Fashion:** Collaborating with illustrators to create unique, character-inspired clothing collections can create nostalgic connections with consumers and drive sales. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dairytale Bridal Tributes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/disney-wedding-dresses-1.md) - [Character Clog Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/classic-characters-collection.md) - [Enchanting Classic-Animation-Inspired Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/girls-crew.md) - [Soft-Colored Disney Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cinderella-capsule.md) - [Diverse African Doll Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/creativesoul.md) - [Whimsical Character-Inspired Statement Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aldo-x-disney.md) - [Reimagined Beloved Character Comics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marvel-and-disney.md) - [Cozy Cartoon-Themed Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pleasing-3.md) - [Back-To-School Disney-Inspired Fashion Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forever-21-x-disney.md)