# Multi-Dimensional Portraits These Portraits by Randy Noborikawa Shift Between Image and Meaning By Andrew Robertson | Published 2012-03-27 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/randy-noborikawa References: [mymodernmet](http://www.mymodernmet.com/profiles/blogs/noborikawa-lenticular-paintings) & [randynoborikawa](http://www.randynoborikawa.com/index.php) This set of portraits by Randy Noborikawa are truly multi-dimensional illustrations. The images are painted onto a board corrugated with [undulating triangular ridges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mathematically-shaped), the resulting effect creates one image when viewed from the left side that is completely distinct from the image seen from the right side. While gazing directly in the center of Randy Noborikawa's paintings one sees a [collage of overlapping images](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/art-displays), creating something vividly compelling that alludes to the significance connecting the two illustrations. The impact of these paintings lies in both the correlation between the portraits as well as the overall mural created by the complementary images. Through color, shape and image Randy Noborikawa has constructed a series of portraits that simultaneously contain distinct images that also comprise [one unifying mirage](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/archvyli), of which the significance is left up to interpretation. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 65% | Activity: 34% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Multi-dimensional Art:** Exploring the use of multiple perspectives and dimensions in art to create unique and captivating visuals. - **Interactive Paintings:** Integrating interactive elements into paintings to engage viewers and offer different visual experiences from different angles. - **Symbolic Collages:** Using overlapping images and symbols to convey deeper meanings and invite interpretation in artwork. ### Where This Applies - **Art and Design:** Incorporating multi-dimensional techniques into various art forms, such as paintings, sculptures, and installations. - **Experiential Marketing:** Utilizing interactive artworks and installations to create immersive brand experiences and engage audiences. - **Interior Design:** Applying multi-dimensional art concepts to enhance interior spaces and create visually captivating environments. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Intersecting Dimensional Art Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diorama.md) - [Vibrantly Colorful Dynamic Artwork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kayla-rumpp.md) - [Human Duality-Themed Abstract Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/passive-aggression.md) - [Illusion-Inspired Design Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ripples-collection.md) - [Dynamic Structural Mirror Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zigzag-collection.md) - [Paper Curvature Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paper-curves.md) - [Abstract Geometric Solo Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/impermanent-state-of-being.md) - [Artful Custom Mirror Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portraits-collection.md) - [Blurry Abstract Photography Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/optical-allusion.md)