# Fierce Female Paintings Riikka Sornumen Illustrates Powerful Women in Surrealistic Scenarios By Jason Soy | Published 2011-08-23 | Updated 2011-08-25 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/riikka-sornumen References: [sweet-station](http://sweet-station.com/blog/2011/08/riikka-sornumen/) & [riikkas](http://www.riikkas.com/) I can't get my fill of [surrealistic art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/surreal-street-art-1) and these Riikka Sornumen definitely tickle my craving for [abstract imagery](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soccerthemed-illustrations) in just the right way. Just looking at the title of some of these illustrations like 'Six Bellybuttons' and 'Snakes on a Plain,' you'd totally know you're in for a crazy, eccentric feast for the eyes. Riikka Sornumen is a Finnish artist and she's represented by Napa Illustrations. Her work reminds me of [ancient Japanese drawings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saori-matsushita) mixed with avant-garde sensibilities. My favorite of the bunch is the one featuring a wild-looking woman surrounded by little bunnies blowing on tissues. **Implications** - Consumers enjoy looking at art illustrations because they provide viewers with euphoric escapist sensations. These feelings are a welcomed change from the daily stresses that first world citizens incur. Corporations may consider using surrealistic imagery in their advertising campaigns in order to garner consumer attention. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.4/10 - Popularity: 98% | Activity: 85% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Surrealistic Imagery:** Corporations may consider using surrealistic imagery in their advertising campaigns in order to garner consumer attention. - **Powerful Women Representation:** The representation of powerful women in artwork and advertising can appeal to consumers looking for positive and empowering messaging. - **Avant-garde Sensibilities:** Incorporating avant-garde elements into products or advertising campaigns can offer unique and eye-catching visuals for consumers. ### Who This Affects Most - **Art:** The art industry can continue to embrace and showcase artists that offer surrealistic and empowering pieces, appealing to consumers seeking unique and empowering visuals. - **Fashion:** Fashion brands can explore using surrealistic and empowering visuals to showcase their clothing lines, appealing to consumers looking for bold and unique styles. - **Advertising:** Advertising agencies can incorporate surrealistic and empowering visuals into their campaigns to offer eye-catching and positive messaging for consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Vibrantly Colorful Dynamic Artwork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kayla-rumpp.md) - [Apocalypse Post Pandemic Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contemporary-urban-art.md) - [Artsy Surrealist Tableware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gohar-world.md) - [Striking Urban Wildlife Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clare-allin.md) - [Intricate Fiber Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/threadwork-women-redefining-fiber-arts.md) - [Sexuality-Exploring Artful Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rude-arts-club.md) - [Limited Semi-Biographical Artwork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uncertainty.md) - [Glamorous Artful Bronze Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sweet-jane.md) - [Vibrantly Artful Graphic Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sabine-finkenauer.md)