Deep-Seated Fears Illustrations

Fran Krause Draws People’s Deepest Darkest Fears

On his Tumblr account entitled Deep Dark Fears, Fran Krause renders the deepest darkest fears that his followers submit to him, in his beautiful and eerie art style

We all have fears; for better or worse, it’s part of the human condition. But beyond our regular fears of public speaking or being caught in the middle of a “sharknado,” we also have many irrational fears, such as ice skating over someone’s fingers or accidentally sending someone you were Facebook stalking a friend request. Some of the deepest darkest fears Fran Krause illustrates range from the bizarre, to funny, to downright terrifying.

Deep Dark Fears is sure to have one user-submitted fear that will have you thinking to yourself, “I thought I was the only one.”

User-submitted Fears
Opportunity for businesses to create platforms or communities for individuals to share and connect over their deepest fears.
Illustrating Fear
Disruptive innovation opportunity to provide visual representations of fears, allowing individuals to confront and understand their own anxieties.
Irrational Fears
Businesses can develop products or services that address irrational fears, providing comfort or solutions to individuals.

Who This Affects Most

Art & Illustration
The art industry can benefit from incorporating Fran Krause's style and concept of illustrating fears, offering unique and personalized artworks.
Technology & Social Media
Tech companies can create platforms or apps that encourage users to share their fears, fostering a supportive community and promoting mental health.
Psychology & Therapy
The psychology industry can utilize visual representations of fears in therapy sessions to help individuals overcome and manage their anxieties.
SCORE
4.8 out of 10
GENDER
50% Men50% Women
MARKETTop markets: North America
GENERATION
  • Gen Alpha
  • Gen Z (primary audience)
  • Millennial (primary audience)
  • Gen X (primary audience)
POPULARITY
Popularity 67%
Activity 70%
Freshness 8%

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