# Feline Crime Fighter Paintings Alana McCarthy Illustrates Cats in Superhero Costumes By Jason Soy | Published 2012-08-13 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alana-mccarthy References: [blog.thaeger](http://blog.thaeger.com/2012/08/12/hero-kittens/) & [etsy](http://www.etsy.com/shop/GeekyPet?ref=seller_info_count) When you combine the badassery of superheroes with the adorableness of felines, you get these cute and nerdy Alana McCarthy illustrations. Found on her [Etsy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tarotandreading) store named Geeky Pet, these renderings feature cats that dress up in various [Marvel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/comic-book-heros) and [DC Comics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dc-strong-berry-capn-crunch) guises. Favorites like Batman, Superman, Spider-Man and Wonder Woman make an appearance, only now they’re furrier and infinitely more huggable. There are even appearances by Captain Picard of Star Trek fame and Luke Skywalker from Star Wars for non-comic book fans. Admirers of Alana McCarthy’s work may purchase prints via Geeky Pet. Though she’s selling digital prints of her work, her paintings are originally rendered with acrylics on printmaker paper. Fans can only hope she continues to churn out more furry and lovable crime fighter illustrations. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.4/10 - Popularity: 100% | Activity: 85% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Superhero Cats:** The trend of illustrating cats in superhero costumes offers opportunities for merchandise, gaming, and viral social media content. - **Nerdy Pet Art:** The trend of combining pop culture and pets in artwork presents opportunities in the art market, licensing, and collaborations with pet brands. - **Adorable Crime Fighters:** The trend of portraying cute and huggable crime-fighting characters appeals to a wide range of audiences and opens up opportunities in children's entertainment, animation, and character licensing. ### Who This Affects Most - **Art and Design:** The art and design industry can leverage the trend of feline crime fighter paintings to create new products, collaborations, and exhibitions. - **Pet Products:** The pet products industry can explore partnerships and licensing opportunities with artists and illustrators who create pet-themed superhero artwork. - **Entertainment and Media:** The entertainment and media industry can capitalize on the trend of superhero cats by developing animated series, films, and merchandise for both children and adult audiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Superhero-Inspired Pet Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/warner-bros-1.md) - [Playful Cat Illustrations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/open-meow.md) - [Comic Book Hero Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/comic-book-heros.md) - [Comic-Themed Tech Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/super-heroes-vs-villains.md) - [Spooky Charming Pet Portraits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crown-paw.md) - [Humorous Cat Collectables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tired-cats-gachapon.md) - [Superhero-Themed DIY Art Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jim-lee-batman.md) - [Film-Inspired Graphic Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-dark-knight-collection.md) - [Adorable Cat Milk Cartons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adorable-blue-cat.md)