'Destroyer' by Erik Petersen is a series of skulls created for a shred-worthy Forum Snowboards collection. Each skull photograph has evidence of blunt force trauma, whether it's a cracked skull, missing teeth, a crushed eye socket or a gaping hole in the skull's jaw.
The artist's subtitle for this series is 'Human Skulls/Untimely Death.' I'd hate to be the owner of one of the skulls in 'Destroyer' by Erik Petersen. See more shots of the mayhem above.
Blunt Force Trauma Art
'Destroyer' by Erik Petersen for Forum Snowboards is Painful
Trend Themes
1. Skull Art - The trend of creating artwork featuring skulls with evidence of blunt force trauma presents an opportunity for artists to explore themes of mortality and violence in a provocative way.
2. Extreme Sports Merchandise - The trend of incorporating edgy and visually striking designs like 'Destroyer' by Erik Petersen into merchandise for extreme sports brands opens up opportunities to appeal to a niche market of adrenaline-seeking consumers.
3. Dark Aesthetic - The trend of embracing dark and macabre aesthetics, as seen in the 'Destroyer' collection, offers opportunities for the fashion and design industries to showcase edgy and unconventional products that cater to consumers seeking unique and provocative styles.
Industry Implications
1. Art - The art industry can benefit from the trend of skull art, as it allows artists to tap into the interest in provocative and visually striking pieces.
2. Sports and Recreation - The extreme sports industry can leverage the trend of incorporating edgy designs like 'Destroyer' by Erik Petersen into merchandise, attracting consumers who are passionate about adrenaline-fueled activities.
3. Fashion and Design - The fashion and design industries can capitalize on the trend of dark aesthetics, using it as an opportunity to create unique and provocative products that cater to consumers seeking unconventional styles.