Just like music and fashion, art trends come and go. Art is dynamic and will continue to reinvent itself over time; the quest for uniqueness depends majorly on the heart of artistic expression. There are different kinds of art in the world, and the trends seem to be more consumer-driven.
The art world in 2022 is different from that of previous years. Due to the effect of the COVID-19 pandemic, the art world has changed and grown in different ways. We can definitely see a more exploratory approach to creativity.
Read on to discover some of the art trends to watch out for in 2022:
- Crypto Art
Crypto art, also known as NFT art, has grown massively in 2022 and will continue to do so. 2021 saw the maturing of the crypto art space with many groundbreaking moments for crypto artists. The growth of NFT art looks set to grow bigger in 2022 as more and more artists are embracing this market.
- Virtual Art Events
The start of the COVID-19 pandemic was horrifying as theaters, museums, and galleries were one of the first to close down across the world. However, out of necessity, many galleries and museums quickly turned to online platforms for their art events to ensure people don’t miss out on artistic experiences due to the pandemic.
The trend of virtual art events is here to stay even in 2022 as major galleries and museums have made their art events virtual so people that can not travel can still enjoy high-resolution art exhibitions from anywhere in the world.
- Street Art
Street art is nothing new – it has always been popular since the 1920s. However, due to COVID-19 pandemic and social revolution, street art has become more popular over the last few years. During the light of the pandemic, street art was used to make tributes to healthcare workers and encourage different parts of society across the world. This trend is also here to stay as messages can be passed effectively and uniquely through street art in different parts of the world.
- Appreciation for Nature Art
Nature has always been a rich source of inspiration for artists. It has become even more significant as people have turned more to nature art more than ever to reconnect with nature and seek stability. In 2022 and in years to come, we will see artists offer audiences more representations of the natural world.
- 3D Motion Graphic Design
One of the growing art trends we have seen in 2022 is the growth of the virtual world. Alongside this has come 3D art and motion graphics. The digital 3D motion graph is an innovative art form that enables people to enjoy art from home. It is not just limited to your phone or computer screen; it can also be used in outdoor settings to create digital outdoor exhibits. With this technology, cities can be reimagined with huge animated images. This aspect was mainly inspired by empty streets caused by the mobility restrictions due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
