# Colorfully Squiggly Illustrations These Designs by Tim Colmant Utilize Simple Techniques By Tana Makmanee | Published 2013-02-08 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tim-colmant References: [itsnicethat](http://www.itsnicethat.com/articles/tim-colmant) & [timcolmant.tumblr](http://timcolmant.tumblr.com/) These wonderfully cheery illustrations by Tim Colmant showcase a variety of oddly shaped creatures and figures using the technique of [squiggly lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/doodlify), and each frame features a relatively upbeat attitude. While many art pieces and illustrations feature utterly complex and intricately detailed designs, Colmant's artwork takes art back to a more basic medium of irregular shapes and lines, unproportional figures and a wide array of colors. These squiggly shaped designs by Colmant display such [unique things as odd-shaped monsters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zsiga-care-bears) dancing to personified cylinders, and these illustrations are a fantastic representation of artwork taking a more [simplistic approach in their design method](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/simple-drawing-ideas). These upbeat squiggly illustrations are perfect for those looking to hang some simplistically creative and colorful pieces of artwork on their walls at home. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.2/10 - Popularity: 25% | Activity: 3% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Simplistic Designs:** Artists can explore creating artwork with irregular shapes and lines to create unique designs that stand out from intricately detailed designs. - **Abstract Illustrations:** Illustrators can experiment with using simple techniques to create abstract designs that capture a sense of playfulness and joy. - **Colorful Artwork:** More artists and illustrators are embracing the use of bright colors to create visually striking and playful pieces of art. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Art and Design:** The art and design industry can explore new techniques and mediums to create unique and playful artwork that appeals to a wider audience. - **Home Decor:** The home decor industry can incorporate colorful and simplistic artwork into their product offerings to appeal to consumers who are looking for playful and creative decor. - **Printing and Publishing:** The printing and publishing industry can work with artists and illustrators to produce books and prints that feature unique and eye-catching artwork that stands out on the shelves. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Vibrantly Colorful Dynamic Artwork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kayla-rumpp.md) - [Chromatic Squiggle NFTs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chromie-squiggles.md) - [Playful Doodle-Emblazoned Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sam-cox.md) - [Limited Humorous Art Prints](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/david-shrigley-1.md) - [Human Embraced-Inspired Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wallmounted-sculpture.md) - [Whimsically Vibrant Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/colorama.md) - [Creature-Inspired Home Good Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/charles-jeffreys-loverboy.md) - [Ultra-Colorful Design Studios](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whimsical-studio.md) - [Chic Norm-Challenging Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wiggle-collection.md)