The Adult Coloring Book 'Fantastic Cities' Lets Imaginations Run Wild
Christopher Magsambol — August 13, 2015 — Lifestyle
Steve McDonald’s 'Fantastic Cities: A Colouring Book of Amazing Places Real and Imagined' has created an immersive coloring experience for customers. Detailed drawings of cities -- both real and fake -- give the adult coloring book market a realistic and sometimes futuristic option.
Aerial views of cities like London, New York and Tokyo are featured, as well as futuristic, innovative cityscapes. Many images also tackle more mundane views of city houses or streets.
Architecture is a clear inspiration for the book, in which intricate drawings of complex structures create a blank canvas for coloring enthusiasts. The extremely realistic and detailed pictures will allow those coloring to really de-stress. Known for its therapeutic abilities, this extremely detailed coloring book can reap creative and artistic results.
Aerial views of cities like London, New York and Tokyo are featured, as well as futuristic, innovative cityscapes. Many images also tackle more mundane views of city houses or streets.
Architecture is a clear inspiration for the book, in which intricate drawings of complex structures create a blank canvas for coloring enthusiasts. The extremely realistic and detailed pictures will allow those coloring to really de-stress. Known for its therapeutic abilities, this extremely detailed coloring book can reap creative and artistic results.
Trend Themes
1. City-specific Coloring Books - The rise of city-specific coloring books caters to the need of adult colorists for both realistic and futuristic visuals.
2. Therapeutic Coloring Books - The trend of adult coloring books towards more detailed and immersive illustrations underscores the continued rise of therapeutic coloring activities.
3. Innovative Architecture Artbooks - The popularity of Fantastic Cities showcases the potential of intricate and elaborate architecture designs as subjects for creative and artistic expression.
Industry Implications
1. Publishing Industry - Publishers can explore the growing market of adult coloring books with an emphasis on immersive, city-specific or therapeutic themes.
2. Art & Design Industry - The trend towards detailed and intricate design in the adult coloring book market presents opportunities for artists, designers, and creative professionals.
3. Tourism Industry - The popularity of city-specific coloring books among adult colorists provide opportunities for the travel industry to capitalize on the increasing demand for visually-satisfying and immersive travel experiences.
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