# Minimalist Landscape Paintings Satsuki Shibuya's Watercolor Works are Soft and Understated By Jana Pijak | Published 2014-09-27 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/satsuki-shibuya References: [spoon-tamago](http://www.spoon-tamago.com/2014/09/24/gentle-and-minimal-watercolor-prints-by-satsuki-shibuya/) & [satsukishibuya](http://satsukishibuya.com/) Satsuki Shibuya is known for creating subtle and understated art pieces like her latest series of [watercolor paintings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/painting-exhibition). Depicting landscape views and abstracted shapes, this image series boasts soft and calming visuals that are reflective of her signature aesthetic. The Japanese and California-based illustrator looks to her heritage for inspiration and creates sublime and dreamlike watercolor art that instantly puts its viewer at ease. Satsuki Shibuya also drew inspiration from her favorite artists, Shigeru Ban and Rei Kawakubo when creating her set of gorgeous paintings. Capturing a sense of inner peace, these images blend together monochromatic strokes with subtle hints of peachy and oceanic hues. These paintings marry [traditional Japanese inspirations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/japonisme-1) with the [clean minimalism of modern art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/residential-project-in-tokyo). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.7/10 - Popularity: 33% | Activity: 10% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Subtle Watercolor Art:** Opportunity for artists to create soft and calming visuals that evoke a sense of inner peace. - **Minimalist Aesthetic:** Opportunity to blend traditional Japanese inspirations with the clean minimalism of modern art. - **Dreamlike Landscapes:** Opportunity to create paintings that transport viewers to serene and ethereal settings. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Art and Design:** Artists can explore new techniques and styles to create unique and captivating watercolor paintings. - **Home Decor:** Opportunity to incorporate soft and calming visuals into interior design, adding a sense of tranquility to spaces. - **Fashion:** Designers can draw inspiration from the subtle and understated nature of these paintings to create minimalist and serene clothing collections. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Luxurious Ephemeral Art Galleries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sho-shibuya.md) - [Collaborative Sculptural Art Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neojomon-biomorphic-fantme.md) - [Destructive Nature Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keita-miyazaki.md) - [Kyoto-Inspired Solo Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ode-to-kyoto.md) - [Miniaturized Product Art Photographs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/small-muji.md) - [Vibrantly Colorful Dynamic Artwork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kayla-rumpp.md) - [Concept-Driven Retail Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miya-ando-x-saint-laurent.md) - [Origami-Inspired Porcelain Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saori-matsushita.md) - [Hand-Painted Watercolor Prints](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emma-webster.md)