# Curiously Cute Corpse Sketches Norio Fujikawa Thrills and Chills with His Bunny Reaper Drawings By Gil Cohen | Published 2013-05-20 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bunny-reaper References: [ufunk.net](http://www.ufunk.net/artistes/bunny-reaper/) & [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/Peanuts23) Based in San Francisco, artist Norio Fujikawa has created a fascinating character named Bunny Reaper that is both delightfully adorable and horrendously creepy. Contrasting a [cute, fluffy rabbit suit](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dearcloud-x-miffy) with child-like proportions and a [maliciously grinning skull](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pop-mart-chucky), the illustrations stand out for their perturbing portrayals. The cadaverous bunny is depicted performing everyday activities that only serve to enhance its creep-factor by tenfold. It eats sushi, practices karate, feeds pigeons in the park and rides a tricycle among other fun and playful pastimes, serving to build its character as the [sweetest symbol of mortality](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cinnaholic-cemetery-box). If I was ever told that the Bunny Reaper was coming to get me, I would probably be more amused than frightened. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.7/10 - Popularity: 73% | Activity: 60% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Modern](https://www.trendhunter.com/modern) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Creepy Cute:** Opportunity for creating products or designs that juxtapose disturbing and adorable elements for a unique and attention-grabbing aesthetic. - **Characterization in Art:** Opportunity for artists and illustrators to create intriguing and distinctive characters that provoke emotional responses and captivate viewers. - **Playful Dark Humor:** Opportunity to explore the combination of lighthearted and macabre elements in entertainment and media to create engaging and intriguing experiences. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Art and Illustration:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for artists to explore unconventional character designs that mix contrasting themes, provoking new emotions and capturing audience attention. - **Graphic Design and Merchandising:** Opportunity to create merchandise, clothing, and accessories featuring creepy yet cute characters, catering to a niche market of individuals who appreciate unique and unconventional aesthetics. - **Animation and Entertainment:** Opportunity to develop animated films, TV shows, or video games that leverage the appeal of characters like Bunny Reaper, providing a twist on traditional storytelling and capturing audience interest through unexpected character portrayals. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Charming Creepy Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deddy-bears.md) - [Character Crossover Figures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skullpanda-x-sanrio.md) - [Hyper-Realistic Flesh Objects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/junji-ito.md) - [Undead Easter Treats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sugar-plum-chocolate-zombie-bunny.md) - [Grim Reaper Tea Infusers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grim-reaper.md) - [Monochromatic Ghost Character Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monochromatic-ghost-character-sculptures.md) - [Grim Reaper Tea Infusers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grim-reaper-tea.md) - [Collaborative Animation Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/junji-ito-x-sanrio.md) - [Fashionable Zombie Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zombaes-critter-chaos.md)