# Trippy Tribal Art The Work of Raymond Lemstra Pulls Aboriginal Inspiration By Armida Ascano | Published 2010-10-19 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/raymond-lemstra References: [vectroave](http://vectroave.com/2010/10/raymond-lemstra-illustrations/raymond-lemstra-illustrations-8/) & [raymondlemstra.nl](http://www.raymondlemstra.nl/#603525/ABOUT) The work of Amsterdam artist Raymond Lemstra is definitely [trippy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-psychedelia). The style of these illustrations is imaginative and abstract, with a slight nod to [aboriginal culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gabriel-chaile). Raymond Lemstra exercises great skill and complete creativity with these pieces, as each seems to provide a personal peek into the mind of the artist. A self professed fan of awkwardness, Raymond Lemstra looks to reflect an insatiable curiosity in his work. **Implications** - The few artists who experiment with [tribal works and patterns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/racesroots) are influential and popular because they incorporate a culture that may be otherwise lost, but that is interesting and significant in terms of its history and culture. This is appealing to customers who are eager to experience other cultures in terms of art and history. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.6/10 - Popularity: 20% | Activity: 19% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Tribal Art:** The rise in popularity of tribal art offers opportunities to incorporate diverse cultural influences into contemporary artwork. - **Imaginative Illustrations:** The demand for imaginative and abstract illustrations allows for artists to explore personal creativity in their work. - **Cultural Exploration:** There is a growing interest in experiencing and appreciating art and history from different cultures, providing opportunities for artists to showcase diverse influences. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Art and Design:** Artists can utilize tribal art and imaginative illustrations to disrupt traditional artistic styles and capture a broader audience. - **Cultural Tourism:** The popularity of tribal art and cultural exploration opens up opportunities in the tourism industry to offer unique experiences and showcase diverse art forms. - **Craft and Home Decor:** The incorporation of tribal elements in craft and home decor products presents an opportunity to tap into the growing demand for culturally-inspired designs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Psychedelic Hand-Painted Cabinets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/collection-iii.md) - [Geometric Wooden Art Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aleph-geddis.md) - [Juxtaposing Digital Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/riflessi.md) - [Evolved Vibrant Graffiti Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jan-kalb.md) - [Native Art Retail Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wachiya-boutique.md) - [Otherwordly Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/william-monk.md) - [Vibrant Design Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neon-primitivism.md) - [Indigenous Form Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gabriel-chaile.md) - [Breathtaking Woven Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/woven-installation.md)