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Monstrous Victorian-Inspired Art (UPDATE)

Travis Louie's Paintings are Both Grotesque and Refined

— May 28, 2013 — Art & Design
Travis Louie's Victorian-inspired artwork is both eerie and beautiful. Each painting deftly combines traditional Victorian portraiture with nightmarish monsters. Possibly the most surreal thing about Louie's paintings is that his subjects do not look at all worried or surprised that they're posing with everything from a gigantic dragonfly to a grotesque giant's head.

These works are like nothing that is usually released in the modern art scene, making them a refreshing and interesting change from the minimalism usually put forth by contemporary artists. The use of the monstrous in an unassuming way makes these paintings uncanny for the viewer; they are like other things that have been seen but they are also extremely different.

Louie's Victorian-inspired art demonstrates one of the most innovative and unique styles put forth by a modern artist. Whether you're a fan of the Gothic, the Victorian or even if you're just into weird monsters, Louie's paintings are not to be missed.
Trend Themes
1. Victorian-inspired Art - Artists can combine traditional styles with unexpected elements to create unique and surreal works that stand out in the modern art scene.
2. Monstrous Portraiture - Artists can use monsters and other supernatural elements to add an eerie and uncanny vibe to their works, creating a new and original aesthetic trend.
3. Unexpected Combinations - Artists can experiment with unexpected combinations of styles and motifs to create unique and unconventional works that defy traditional categorization.
Industry Implications
1. Art and Design - Innovative artists and designers can leverage the trend of Victorian-inspired art with monstrous elements to create new and unique collections that appeal to a broad audience.
2. Fashion - Fashion designers can draw inspiration from Victorian art and monstrous themes to create avant-garde styles that incorporate elements of the uncanny and surreal.
3. Film and Television - Film and TV producers can capitalize on the popularity of Victorian-inspired art and monsters to create new and original stories that appeal to audiences seeking something different from traditional mainstream fare.
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