# Dramatic Drip Illustrations Illustrator Ross McEwan Creates Ghostly Images By ross mcewan | Published 2010-12-31 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Illustrator References: [rossmcewan](http://www.rossmcewan.com/) These Ross McEwan illustrations illustrate the dark and twisted world of reality. Ross' work consists of thought-provoking design and [realistic illustration](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drawing-series) applied in the fields of [fashion and music promotion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/what-are-you-looking-at). Ross McEwan is certainly an interesting talent not to be missed out on, so be sure to check out his art in the featured gallery. **Implications** - McEwan creates his illustrations by combining a variety of styles including [hand drawing, collages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/halftone) and computerized images. He is very popular in the UK and was even recognized as a top illustrator in a 2010 Graduate Showcase. McEwan is not only an illustrator, but also a designer whose work has even been featured in various magazines. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.7/10 - Popularity: 82% | Activity: 82% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) > [Bizarre](https://www.trendhunter.com/bizarre) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Mixed-media Illustration:** Opportunity for artists to combine traditional and digital techniques to create unique and engaging visual content. - **Dark and Twisted Imagery:** Demand for unconventional and thought-provoking illustrations in fashion and music promotion. - **Recognition of Emerging Illustrators:** Growing appreciation for talented illustrators in the art industry and potential for further exposure and opportunities. ### Where This Applies - **Art and Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity lies in creating platforms or marketplaces that connect emerging artists with potential clients and collaborators. - **Fashion:** Opportunity to incorporate dark and twisted illustrations into fashion campaigns to create visually impactful and memorable branding. - **Music Promotion:** Innovative artists and record labels can leverage dark and thought-provoking illustrations to create unique album covers, posters, and promotional material. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Artistic Rum Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artists-of-the-abyss.md) - [Peace-Inspired Waterfall Installation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/transposition-installtion.md) - [Artful Suspended Fashion Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/invisible-figures.md) - [Whisky-Branded Artists-In-Residence Programs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artistsinresidence-program.md) - [Branded Illustration Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/illustrations-ai.md) - [Otherwordly Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/william-monk.md) - [Exquisite Artist-Inspired Whiskeys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/art-is-the-flower.md) - [Modern Playground-Inspired Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coarse-collection.md) - [Playful Doodle-Emblazoned Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sam-cox.md)