Nomi Chi Paints Surreal Illustrations of Subjects with Open Wounds
Jason Soy — November 22, 2011 — Art & Design
References: nomi-chi & sweet-station
Nomi Chi is definitely in a league of her own when it comes to illustrative style. Fusing elements of the macabre with the surreal, but never entirely fitting into either of the two genres exclusively, the incredibly talented painter confounds eyes with depictions that can most easily be described as strange and beautiful.
Many of Nomi Chi's creations feature beautiful females along with exotic animals. Whether they're majestic tigers with girls in nightgowns or an unapologetic pixie with a squid around her neck, Chi's subjects always manage to weird people out in the best ways possible. If that isn't bizarre enough, several of Chi's paintings depict badly wounded ladies with missing ligaments and fatal injuries. The strange thing about it all is that even with these grotesque elements, the artist's work is still compelling.
Nomi Chi is a Toronto-born Vancouver-based artist who also does tattoo work in addition to her hypnotizing illustrations.
Many of Nomi Chi's creations feature beautiful females along with exotic animals. Whether they're majestic tigers with girls in nightgowns or an unapologetic pixie with a squid around her neck, Chi's subjects always manage to weird people out in the best ways possible. If that isn't bizarre enough, several of Chi's paintings depict badly wounded ladies with missing ligaments and fatal injuries. The strange thing about it all is that even with these grotesque elements, the artist's work is still compelling.
Nomi Chi is a Toronto-born Vancouver-based artist who also does tattoo work in addition to her hypnotizing illustrations.
Trend Themes
1. Surreal Illustration - Opportunities exist for disruption in the art world by experimenting with macabre themes and surrealistic styles that appeal to modern tastes.
2. Depictions of Wounds - There is a market for unique depictions of the human form that push the boundaries of traditional beauty standards in art, including representations of wounded and distorted bodies.
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Industry Implications
1. Fine Art - Artists can disrupt the traditional fine art world by pushing the boundaries of what audiences expect to see and experience through new techniques and unconventional themes.
2. Tattoo Industry - Tattoo artists can explore new ways to incorporate elements of surrealism and macabre themes into their work, expanding the market beyond traditional designs and styles.
3. Emerging Art Forms - Exploring unique and unconventional art forms, like Nomi Chi's work, allows for experimentation and disruption in the industry, opening up new opportunities for artists to engage with their audiences and break through traditional limitations.
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