Graphic Trend Examples

COSMOS: Light, airy and fluid design with an almost eerie feel. This mysterious blend of bright galactic colors and ethereal looks should not be

just about the universe, but should explore what connects the universe and man. Examine ancient religions and cults that utilize the stars. Use the beautiful colors and creations of the universe. Create spacey faux washes or collages with photoreal imagery and shapes to convey a mystical message. The universe is your guide, let it take you to worlds unimaginable.

THE UNIVERSE - AIRY & FLUID DESIGN - OUTER SPACE COLORS - COLLAGE - MYSTICAL FEEL - OVERSIZED ABSTRACTS & SHAPES

EARTHLY: Physically concerning to the land, its inhabitants & the elements of the planet Earth. Use the materials of the planet that make our

world sustainable. Include smoke, lightning, animals, humans and all other living creatures. Be creative but don’t over think it, let the design speak for itself. Hand draw your designs for a more organic feel.

THE ELEMENTS - NATURE - ANIMALS - ANATOMY - LIGHTNING & SMOKE - OVERSIZED PRINTS - HAND DRAWN

ILLUSIONARY: Visually perceived images that differ from objective reality. Create interesting visual effects and optical illusions to create

movement & perspective. Use a deep exploration of the Psychology of perception, like Rorschach Testing or the Droste Effect, to create interesting mirrored imagery. Keep it fairly linear as long as it “moves your mind!”

OPTICAL ILLUSIONS - MOVEMENT - MIRRORED IMAGERY - INTERESTING PATTERNS - PERSPECTIVE - STEREOSCOPIC - OVERLAYS

PHOTO MASH UP: Mix different types of media with photos to give a fresh new

look to the already successful trend of photoreal imagery. Use knockouts, transparency and negative space to enhance your designs. Experiment with mixing relatable imagery with ‘the strange’ for an edgy approach, or use understandable photos in a creative way by mixing them with shapes. Let your mind wander and capture the moment.

CLEAN AND SIMPLE: An uncomplicated look at design with a lot of impact.

Keeping it simple and controlled. Simplistic art comes in many forms; statements with a humorous twist, the re-envisioning of classic labels, fraternal and athletic inspired designs, and simple logo branding. Less is more when it comes to the design aesthetic of the clean & simple trend.