# Sock Monster Masterpieces Aaron Johnson Creates Monster Paintings with Socks By Lacey-Jane Walsh | Published 2013-11-20 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monster-paintings References: [theskunkpot](http://theskunkpot.com/index.php/incredible-sock-paintings/) & [aaronjohnsonart](http://www.aaronjohnsonart.com/) Imaginative artist Aaron Johnson creates these wildly colorful [monster paintings using socks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/halloweenthemed-sock-collections). Though Johnson's previous works are extremely vibrant as well, these striking masterpieces are made more interesting by the materials used to create them. Each of these peculiar paintings contains more than ten socks, which add an interesting look and texture to these pieces. Johnson has said that he believes that the socks used in his paintings retain the spirit or energy of their original owners. In his eyes, this helps bring a certain liveliness to these artworks. These sock creatures have a kind of child-like innocence to them. They look almost cartoonish. The bright colors and [cotton socks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/everyday-sock) used by Johnson give these paintings an air of fun, and contribute to the eye-catching nature of these clever creations. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.5/10 - Popularity: 24% | Activity: 14% | 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) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Sock Monster Art:** The trend of using unusual materials like socks in art creates an opportunity for artists to experiment with new mediums. - **Colorful Creature Designs:** The trend of bright and fun creature designs can inspire businesses in the toy, fashion, and entertainment industries. - **Sentimental Object Art:** The trend of using sentimental objects in art can create opportunities for businesses in the home decor and gift industries. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Art:** The art industry can embrace the trend of creating art with unusual materials like socks to innovate and stand out. - **Toy:** The toy industry can create products inspired by the colorful and imaginative creature designs in sock monster art. - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can incorporate the bright, eye-catching colors and textures of sock monster art into their designs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Magnetic Hand-Holding Socks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handholding-socks.md) - [Artistic Gen Z-Inspired Socks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/doublesoul.md) - [Playful Cartoon Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kenny-scharf-and-axel.md) - [Oil Painting-Inspired Rugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/antonio-santn.md) - [Playful Doodle-Emblazoned Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sam-cox.md) - [Sporty Vibrant Collaborative Socks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/everyday-sock.md) - [Vibrantly Colorful Dynamic Artwork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kayla-rumpp.md) - [Maximalist Pop Art Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keiichi-tanaami.md) - [Playful Balloon Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keff-joons.md)