# 'Dr. Death' Drawings Dr. Jack Kevorkian Showcases Unknown Skill as an Artist By Robyn Currie | Published 2010-05-04 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dr-jack-kevorkian References: [boingboing.net](http://www.boingboing.net/2010/05/03/dr-jack-kevorkians-o.html) & [arianagallery](http://www.arianagallery.com/kevorkian.php) Dr. Jack Kevorkian, the man who has spent time in jail for euthanasia, has long been a hot topic. But look out--you may soon be discussing his newly discovered artistic flair instead. As with his daily work, Kevorkian's [artistic work is also dark](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deddy-bears). I guess you wouldn't expect a guy who is nicknamed 'Dr. Death' to be [painting unicorns and bunny rabbits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kenny-scharf-and-axel). Dr. Jack Kevorkian evidently has [great skill as an artist](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jeffrey-deitch-art-gallery), and that is not all he will be remembered for. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.3/10 - Popularity: 77% | Activity: 74% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - 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 - **Dark Art:** Opportunity to explore and commercialize the growing trend of dark and unconventional art. - **Controversial Artists:** Disruptive innovation opportunity to support and promote artists with a controversial past or reputation. - **Artistic Rehabilitation:** Emerging trend of showcasing the artistic talents and rehabilitation of individuals with infamous backgrounds. ### Where This Applies - **Art Market:** Art galleries, museums, and online platforms can tap into the demand for unique and provocative art pieces. - **Entertainment Industry:** Film producers and streaming platforms can explore producing content about the art and lives of controversial artists. - **Rehabilitation and Mental Health:** Rehabilitation centers and mental health organizations can incorporate art therapy programs to support individuals in their journey towards healing and expressing themselves. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Medicine-Inspired Artful Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/something-for-the-pain.md) - [Otherwordly Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/william-monk.md) - [Artistic AI Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sketcher-x.md) - [Playful Balloon Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keff-joons.md) - [Apocalypse Post Pandemic Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contemporary-urban-art.md) - [Digital Archetype Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christian-rex-van-minnen-1.md) - [Unseen Artist Masterpieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/michelangelos-untold-works.md) - [Artist-Edition Jigsaw Puzzles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artistedition-jigsaw-puzzles.md) - [Drone-Assisted Landscape Artwork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/katsu-1.md)