# Wicked Witticism Prints Mr. Phomer's 'Tips on Posters' are Wry and Dry By Josh Triantafilou | Published 2012-03-10 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tips-on-posters References: [phomer](http://phomer.com/blog/?page_id=1997) & [phomer](http://phomer.com) Self described "Connoisseur of All Things Cool," Mr. Phomer has put together a collection of 'Tips on Posters,' combining sharp design with coy wit. For example, in a poke at the excesses of certain artists, he prefaces one rather quizzical and [abstract design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/what-are-you-looking-at) with the statement, "This means nothing." Another poster prominently displays a banner to which one's eyes are naturally and easily drawn. The text reads, "Keep Going." Despite the [smart-alecky tone](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/liquid-death-misfortune-cookies), this is not to say that Mr. Phomer's creations are snarky and conceited; rather, Tips on Posters play with one's expectations to an amusing effect. They are not laugh-out-loud hilarious -- they're not meant to be -- but they will put a smirk on one's face. In many ways, Tips on Posters are the [graphic design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/makeposter) equivalent of a smirk: coy and wry. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.8/10 - Popularity: 60% | Activity: 46% | 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) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Humor](https://www.trendhunter.com/humor) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Wicked Witticism Designs:** Incorporating clever humor in design to create a unique and eye-catching aesthetic that sets a brand apart. - **Minimalistic Abstract Poster Art:** Creating art that is open for interpretation by using abstract, minimalist visuals that are both intriguing and thought-provoking. - **Interactive Advertising:** Designing ads that engage the viewer and subvert their expectations, ultimately leading to increased brand engagement and recognition. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Graphic Design:** Using humor in designs or exploring the use of abstraction creates unique visual experiences that can be utilized across a variety of industries. - **Art:** Developing minimalistic artwork along with witty one-liners as a unique selling point could open up new revenue streams and audiences for artists. - **Advertising:** Thinking outside the box when it comes to advertising in order to create campaigns that leave a memorable and positive impression on the consumer. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Personality-Forward Bookmark Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/humdrum-paper.md) - [Limited Humorous Art Prints](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/david-shrigley-1.md) - [Heritage-Honoring Artful Posters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/archival-poster-collection.md) - [Celebratory Odd Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ridiculous-design.md) - [Creature-Inspired Home Good Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/charles-jeffreys-loverboy.md) - [Chic Norm-Challenging Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wiggle-collection.md) - [Witty Plushie Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/punchkins-are-punny-collectibles.md) - [Humorous Drink Cart Ads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/titos-spokescart.md) - [Lazy Cereal Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/surreal-cereal.md)