# Art-Defacing Typographic Paintings Wayne White's 'Word Paintings' Plaster Words Over Old Pieces By Alexander Lam | Published 2013-06-01 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/word-paintings References: [beautifuldecay](http://beautifuldecay.com/2013/05/29/thrift-store-paintings-transformed-with-three-dimensional-typography/) & [waynewhiteart](http://waynewhiteart.com/) A collection of paintings called 'Word Paintings' by artist Wayne White deface [cheap landscape paintings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/painting-exhibition) with [expansive 3D typography](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/good-things-come-to-those-who-wait). Using painting reproductions that can be found in a thrift shop, White created paintings with words that look like they were always there. The three dimensional words in Word Paintings interact with the original environment for a semi-realistic effect. The collection of paintings focus on exploring themes of vanity and ego. White developed the message behind each painting to be "[thought-provoking and almost always humorous](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snowflake-exhibition)," according to his site. Behind each of the Word Paintings is inspiration from White's memories of the south. References to the culture and vocabulary that the artist grew up around are evident in the paintings. Some of White's stylistic choices clearly come from his time in Tennessee. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.5/10 - Popularity: 74% | Activity: 22% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Word Art:** The trend of incorporating 3D typography into traditional paintings presents an opportunity for artists to create visually striking and thought-provoking artworks. - **Repurposed Art:** The trend of transforming thrift shop paintings into new creations offers a disruptive innovation opportunity for artists to breathe new life into discarded artwork and create unique pieces. - **Humorous Art:** The trend of infusing humor into art, as seen in Wayne White's Word Paintings, opens up avenues for artists to engage audiences and provoke laughter through their creations. ### Who This Affects Most - **Art and Design:** The art and design industry can benefit from the trend of word art and repurposed art by embracing innovative techniques and creating new marketable artworks. - **Home Decor:** The home decor industry can tap into the repurposed art trend by showcasing unique and one-of-a-kind artworks that add character and personality to living spaces. - **Comedy and Entertainment:** The comedy and entertainment industry can explore partnerships with artists who incorporate humor into their artworks, creating collaborative projects that blend visual humor with performance art. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Text Visualization Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wordart.md) - [Leftover Househouse Paint Artwork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paint-drop.md) - [Apocalypse Post Pandemic Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contemporary-urban-art.md) - [Fine Art-Inspired Sneaker Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/otw-by-vans-line.md) - [Wooden Light-Hearted Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dream-sculpture.md) - [Statement Street Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/surreal-street-art-1.md) - [Hand-Painted Watercolor Prints](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emma-webster.md) - [Art-Promoting Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beige-billboards.md) - [Urban Text Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peace-love-joy.md)