# Moss-Covered Face Portraits Artist Lina Hsaio Uses Natural Materials for Her Mixed Media Projects By David Ingram | Published 2015-10-14 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moss-covered References: [thecreatorsproject.vice](http://thecreatorsproject.vice.com/blog/artist-creates-stunning-portraits-with-moss-and-fungi?utm_source=tcpfbus&?utm_source=tcpfbcaads) & [linahsiao](http://www.linahsiao.com/) The moss-covered [mixed media work](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folded-echoes) of artist Lina Hsaio displays an intriguing nature-inspired approach to portrait work. Hsaio uses [naturally grown moss and lichen organisms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-void) alongside a number of different materials. The choice to use these organic materials is an inspired one, not only because moss and lichen can grow on many different types surfaces but also because they comes is a wide variety of sizes, shapes and colors. These moss-covered facial portraits are especially intriguing because they decorate the sculpture while becoming a key focus of the artwork as well. The [tree-like facial features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lithic-bloom) of these portraits suggest that the moss itself has become the living, breathing and thinking subject being observed. From the use of natural materials a whole new type of texture and depth is breathed into the artwork. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.7/10 - Popularity: 50% | Activity: 22% | 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 - **Nature-inspired Art:** Exploring new ways to incorporate organic materials into art projects. - **Mixed Media Sculptures:** Combining various materials to create visually captivating sculptures. - **Focus on Texture and Depth:** Utilizing natural materials to add unique textures and dimensions to artwork. ### Who This Affects Most - **Art and Design:** Innovation opportunities for artists to experiment with unconventional materials and techniques. - **Craft Supplies:** Demand for organic materials like moss and lichen for artistic projects. - **Environmental Conservation:** Exploring sustainable ways to incorporate natural elements into art without harming the ecosystem. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Biology-Inspired Porcelain Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shiyuan-xu.md) - [Living Moss Humidifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moss-humidifier-concept.md) - [Moss-Themed Product Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mossify.md) - [Nature-Inspired Multifunctional Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moss-echo.md) - [Natural Moss Terrariums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/petite-foret-plus.md) - [Grass Root-Made Sculptural Wearables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rootfull.md) - [Nature-Inspired Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/humannature-1.md) - [Paper-Made Mosaic Artwork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/real-life-architecture-exhibition.md) - [Human Hair-Made Pots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/range-of-pots.md)