# Color Splotch Photography Photographer and Illustrator Kelly Thompson Mixes Mediums By Shelby Lee Walsh | Published 2010-06-02 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/photographer-and-illustrator-kelly-thompson1 References: [kellythompson.co.nz](http://www.kellythompson.co.nz/main.html) & [thenationalgrid.au](http://www.thenationalgrid.com.au/) Photographer and illustrator Kelly Thompson is amazingly talented when it comes to mixing mediums and keeping art fresh and new, so it is no surprised that she is being featured alongside 21 other female artists from around the world for and exhibit called '22.' Each artist created one [original piece of artwork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kennedy-yanko) at the event, so it is definitely worth checking out if you are in Australia and can make it out. If not, there is always the gallery above to check out which is full of art from [photographer and illustrator](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/all-within-the-detour) Kelly Thompson. It's a good preview to what the exhibit will entail! ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.0/10 - Popularity: 81% | Activity: 62% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Modern](https://www.trendhunter.com/modern) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Mixed Media Art:** The trend of combining multiple artistic mediums opens up opportunities for innovative collaborations and unique artistic expressions. - **Female Artists Showcase:** Exhibitions featuring women artists highlight the growing recognition and celebration of female talent in the art world. - **International Art Events:** The global reach of art events like '22' provides opportunities for artists to gain exposure and connect with diverse audiences. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Art Exhibitions:** The exhibition industry can benefit from fostering diverse artworks and providing platforms for emerging and established artists. - **Photography:** Incorporating mixed media approaches within photography opens up new creative possibilities and expands the boundaries of traditional photography techniques. - **Illustration:** Collaboration between illustrators and photographers can lead to innovative visual storytelling techniques and dynamic artwork. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Vibrantly Colorful Dynamic Artwork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kayla-rumpp.md) - [Boundary-Pushing Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/briony-douglas-1.md) - [Interactive Colorful Art Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/david-hockney-bigger-closer.md) - [Color Photography Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/profiles-in-color.md) - [Hand-Painted Watercolor Prints](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emma-webster.md) - [Spectral Painting-Inspired Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thomme-collection.md) - [Intricate Fiber Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/threadwork-women-redefining-fiber-arts.md) - [Colorful Texture Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/colorscape-installation.md) - [Public Art Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paul-anthony-smith.md)