# Colorfully Abstract Graffiti Street Artist Oli-B Creates Odd and Cartoonish Artworks By Meghan Young | Published 2011-04-15 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oli-b References: [lifelounge.au](http://www.lifelounge.com.au/art-and-design/news/oli_b-street-art.aspx) & [changethethought](http://www.changethethought.com/oli-b/) It's always fascinating to come across new [street art and graffiti artists](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/enigmatic-graffiti) such as Oli-B because the techniques, expressions and concepts used by the artist can range so widely. In this case, Oli-B's graffiti work is rather abstract. Colorful, odd and at some points disturbing, his [cartoonish depictions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/first-kiss-at-last-light) encompass a bunch of different influences. Although there isn't much information out there about the artist himself, Oli-B's work speaks for themselves. Highly creative, he creates pieces that live both in [gallery spaces and public areas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/craig-karl2). On the street, his work is more eclectic in that he illustrates different scenes that are not as abstract as his gallery work. In the gallery, Oli-B takes on a more Picasso-like tone that is completely arresting. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.3/10 - Popularity: 77% | Activity: 75% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Graffiti](https://www.trendhunter.com/graffiti) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Abstract Street Art:** Oli-B's abstract graffiti style presents opportunities for street artists and urban beautification initiatives. - **Cartoonish Depictions:** The rise of cartoonish and expressive depictions in graffiti art could inspire new forms of branding and digital marketing. - **Eclectic Art:** The blending of different influences and techniques in graffiti can inspire new forms of cultural expression and mixed media art. ### Where This Applies - **Street Art and Graffiti:** The street art and graffiti industry can further develop and mainstream innovative abstract styles, such as Oli-B's work. - **Art Exhibitions and Galleries:** Art galleries and exhibits can showcase and popularize the trend of abstract and cartoonish street art, expanding its audience and appeal. - **Marketing and Advertising:** Marketing firms and advertisers can draw inspiration from Oli-B's work and other street art trends to develop fresh and creative campaigns that resonate with urban audiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Digital Graffiti NFTs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/graffiti-wall-collection.md) - [Statement Street Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/surreal-street-art-1.md) - [Evolved Vibrant Graffiti Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jan-kalb.md) - [Bubblegum Street Art Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hubbabubbabuilding.md) - [Street Art Metaverses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frieze-los-angeles.md) - [Provoking Graffiti Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/david-ruggeri.md) - [Collaborative Monochromatic Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/collaborative-monochromatic-art-exhibition.md) - [Vibrantly Colorful Dynamic Artwork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kayla-rumpp.md) - [Confectionary Graffiti Murals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jolly-rancher-gummie.md)