# Fade-In Human Art (UPDATE) Liu Bolin x Kenny Scharf Create NYC Street Art that Confuses Viewers By Cari Lee | Published 2011-06-23 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-invisible-man1 References: [psfk](http://www.psfk.com/2011/06/invisible-artist-liu-bolin-tries-out-kenny-scharf-in-nyc-pics.html) & [woostercollective](http://www.woostercollective.com/2011/06/first_look_liu_bolin_and_kenny_scharf_on.html) As many hopefuls venture to New York City to become apart of the "city scene", Liu Bolin has taken this mentality to the next level. In continuing his ongoing series of "[invisible](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/making-the-invisible-visible)" artwork, Bolin camouflages himself with the whimsical masterpiece of Kevin Scharf on Bowery and Houston. Collaborating with Tony Goldman and the team at Eli Klein Gallery, Bolin successfully becomes part of Scharf's [vibrant mural](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forest-dancer). With the assistance of his group of painters and Kevin Scharf himself, the finished product was amazing! Further enforcing the fact that an artist and their art are one, the Chinese contemporary artist has truly established a distinct style to his work. This new idea of art truly inspires as the brilliance is beyond what one can actually see. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 54% | Activity: 39% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Invisible Artwork:** Embrace the concept of invisible artwork to create captivating and thought-provoking installations. - **Camouflaged Creativity:** Explore the use of camouflage techniques in artistic expressions to generate intrigue and challenge perception. - **Blurring Boundaries:** Push the boundaries of traditional art by integrating oneself into the artwork, blurring the lines between artist and art. ### Where This Applies - **Street Art:** Revitalize the street art industry by incorporating innovative techniques like invisibility and camouflage to create immersive experiences for viewers. - **Contemporary Art:** Reimagine the possibilities of contemporary art by embracing concepts of invisibility and challenging traditional notions of visibility and perception. - **Art Installations:** Enhance art installations by incorporating interactive elements that engage viewers and disrupt their perception of reality. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Statement Street Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/surreal-street-art-1.md) - [Artful Suspended Fashion Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/invisible-figures.md) - [Childlike Characters Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/childlike-characters-art-exhibition.md) - [Optical Illusion Replica Artworks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/liberty-science-center.md) - [Playful Cartoon Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kenny-scharf-and-axel.md) - [Dynamic Upcycled Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bolibana.md) - [Collaborative Monochromatic Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/collaborative-monochromatic-art-exhibition.md) - [Vibrant City Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/craig-karl2.md) - [Human Duality-Themed Abstract Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/passive-aggression.md)