Surrealist Mab Graves Art Exhibit is Tantalizingly Eerie
Amanda Chang — September 17, 2010 — Art & Design
References: wicked-halo & notcot.org
The Mab Graves Art Exhibit was tantalizingly eerie as Graves, who is inspired by old Victorian style portraits, added a grim surreal twist to her paintings.
The exhibit was a double feature with two shows: 'The Adventures of Harlow, the Raven King, and Several Possums' and 'The Super Show.'
With the subject of her paintings young girls, the portraits emanate a certain dark, mysterious and grim vibe that is sure to give the viewers bone-chilling pleasure. However, if looked at closely, the portraits also have an element of sweetness to them (though personally, I would not like to have one of these hanging on my wall!).
The exhibit was a double feature with two shows: 'The Adventures of Harlow, the Raven King, and Several Possums' and 'The Super Show.'
With the subject of her paintings young girls, the portraits emanate a certain dark, mysterious and grim vibe that is sure to give the viewers bone-chilling pleasure. However, if looked at closely, the portraits also have an element of sweetness to them (though personally, I would not like to have one of these hanging on my wall!).
Trend Themes
1. Dark Surreal Art - The trend of dark surreal art presents opportunities for artists to explore unsettling themes in their work and evoke intense emotional responses from viewers.
2. Grim Twist on Traditional Portraits - The trend of adding a grim twist to traditional portraits opens up innovative possibilities for artists to challenge conventional beauty standards and explore the darker side of human nature.
3. Eerie Children's Art - The trend of creating eerie portraits of young girls offers opportunities for artists to capture a haunting innocence and push the boundaries of traditional childhood imagery.
Industry Implications
1. Fine Arts - The fine arts industry can explore the trend of dark surreal art to attract a niche audience interested in thought-provoking and unsettling artwork.
2. Art Galleries - Art galleries can curate exhibitions that feature the grim twist on traditional portraits, providing a platform for artists to showcase their innovative and haunting art.
3. Artisan Home Decor - The artisan home decor industry can tap into the eerie children's art trend by offering unique and haunting artwork for individuals seeking unconventional and emotive pieces to decorate their spaces.
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