# Mixed Media Message Art The Prince Lauder Mixed Media Collages are Striking and Thought-Provoking By Corinne Guirgis | Published 2011-05-13 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/prince-lauder-mixed-media-collages References: [trendland.net](http://trendland.net/2011/05/11/prince-lauder-mixed-media-collages/) & [princelauder](http://www.princelauder.com/louderdesigns/) "Beauty," "I Heart," "War Isn't CHIC" -- these are just some of the sayings plastered onto the Prince Lauder [mixed media collages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folded-echoes), which string together images from multiple mediums and art forms that are generally inspired by fashion to create striking works of artistic brilliance. The Mexican illustrator, a.k.a. Carlos Guerrero, is strongly inspired by [avant-garde fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superflat-animation) and uses this to twist the traditional picture of what is beautiful and create his thought-provoking works of art. This work in particular, which uses models from every walk including [Vogue](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/united-flags-of-fashion), applies color, a variety of textures and strange designs to showcase beauty at its most unconventional. Mixed media art has become very popular in the visual art world, particularly when it sends such a strong message in such a striking and powerful way. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.2/10 - Popularity: 78% | Activity: 70% | 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) > [Customization](https://www.trendhunter.com/customization) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Mixed Media Art:** Opportunity for artists and designers to combine multiple mediums and art forms to create visually striking and thought-provoking works. - **Avant-garde Fashion:** Potential for fashion designers to push the boundaries of traditional beauty and create unconventional garments and accessories. - **Visual Messaging:** Demand for creative professionals skilled in visual storytelling and conveying powerful messages through art and design. ### Who This Affects Most - **Visual Arts:** Artists, illustrators, and designers can capitalize on the growing popularity of mixed media art to create unique and impactful works. - **Fashion Design:** Fashion industry professionals can embrace avant-garde aesthetics to redefine beauty standards and create bold and unconventional fashion statements. - **Creative Services:** The need for skilled visual communicators presents opportunities for graphic designers, marketers, and advertising agencies to create compelling visual messaging campaigns. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Glass Beaded Intricate Artworks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/painting-exhibition.md) - [Digital City-Inspired Art Works](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grand-central-station.md) - [AI-Generated Poetic Photo Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emilio-alarcn.md) - [Textile Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/olga-de-amaral.md) - [Collaborative Designer Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/just-like-heaven-art-exhibition.md) - [Disruptive Fashion Art Galleries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dirty-looks.md) - [Vibrantly Colorful Dynamic Artwork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kayla-rumpp.md) - [Juxtaposing Digital Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/riflessi.md) - [Iconic Artwork Watch Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artful-watches.md)