# Disturbing Nightmare Art Natalie Anne Howard Imagines a Dark, Surreal World By Meghan Young | Published 2010-03-16 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/natalie-anne-howard References: [lifelounge](http://www.lifelounge.com/Filthy-Canadians-and-go_karting-on-mushrooms-by-Natalie-Anne-Howard.aspx) & [natalieannehoward](http://www.natalieannehoward.com/) I may not recommend you start your day browsing through Natalie Anne Howard's artwork considering its subject matter, but if it's the only free time you have, her portfolio is definitely a must-see. Dark and disturbing, it nevertheless reflects an interesting outlook on life while also showcasing Howard's amazing illustration skills. Stripping away rainbows, pink ribbons and the platter that life sometimes seems placed on, Natalie Anne Howard creates art that looks beyond all of that. Here is just a sample of her work; click the links on the left to see more. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.2/10 - Popularity: 67% | Activity: 50% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Dark Art:** Opportunity to create and market artworks that challenge social norms and explore unconventional themes and styles. - **Surrealism:** Opportunity to innovate by creating art that borrows elements from nature, dreams, and fantasy. - **Digital Painting:** Opportunity to disrupt the traditional art industry with the use of digital technology and online platforms for distribution. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Art:** Artists can disrupt the traditional art industry by pushing the boundaries of convention and creating artwork that reflects modern society's challenges. - **Entertainment:** Entertainment companies can use dark art as a theme for movies, TV shows, or games, attracting audiences who are interested in unconventional art that challenges social norms. - **Technology:** Tech companies can capitalize on digital painting as a disruptive innovation by creating tools and platforms that allow artists to create and distribute their artwork in new and innovative ways. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Artsy Surrealist Tableware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gohar-world.md) - [Human Nature-Themed Art Galleries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sea-im-awake.md) - [Raunchy Anime-Inspired Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/manuela-soto-sosa.md) - [Striking Urban Wildlife Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clare-allin.md) - [Abstract Fantasy Home Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/abstract-fantasy-home.md) - [Vibrantly Colorful Dynamic Artwork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kayla-rumpp.md) - [Surreal Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jeffrey-deitch-art-gallery.md) - [Artist-Approved Intricate Wallpaper Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/printed-decors.md) - [Suburban-Inspired Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/suburbaninspired-art-exhibition.md)