# Agricultural Tribal Portraits This Eugene Sheeleen 'African God' Illustration Fuses Elements By Emily Evans | Published 2011-06-01 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eugene-sheeleen-african-god References: [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/gallery/African-God/1532621) & [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/eugenesheeleen) Some of the most captivating illustrations are not necessarily done by hand, but rather they utilize [post-production techniques](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/interactive-digital-artwork) like the ones featured in this Eugene Sheeleen 'African God' project. Eugene Sheeleen is the artist behind this tribal masterpiece, and it situated far from Africa in Riga, Latvia. Although Sheeleen may not have an African heritage, his most recent project still feels both imaginative and authentic. This Eugene Sheeleen 'African God' illustration has an imaginative take on [tribal fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oribe-partners-with-thandiwe) and photoshopping. By starting out with a some-what basic image, Sheeleen adds in [intricate details](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/limitededition-print-series) during each phase of the photoshopping process. Images of the world and its lush landscapes, oceans, rivers and even giraffes are all incorporated into this fantastical Eugene Sheeleen 'African God' illustration. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.1/10 - Popularity: 38% | Activity: 18% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Post-production Illustrations:** Using post-production techniques in illustrations creates captivating and imaginative artwork. - **Tribal Fashion Illustrations:** Exploring tribal fashion through illustrations offers a unique and authentic perspective. - **Fantastical Illustrations:** Creating fantastical illustrations by incorporating various elements and landscapes sparks the imagination. ### Who This Affects Most - **Art and Design:** The art and design industry can benefit from innovative post-production techniques to enhance illustrations. - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can draw inspiration from tribal fashion illustrations to create unique and culturally diverse designs. - **Publishing:** The publishing industry can explore the use of fantastical illustrations to engage readers and bring stories to life. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [African Identity-Inspired Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/african-identity.md) - [African Culture-Honoring Chair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kundung-pembe.md) - [Travel-Inspired Canvas Paintings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-passport-series.md) - [Indigenous Form Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gabriel-chaile.md) - [Intricate Resin Hand-Painted Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snh003.md) - [Artistic African Culture Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/patewo-chair.md) - [Afro-Futuristic Marble Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gaia.md) - [Ancestral Pattern Woodcraft](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lost-cloth-project.md) - [Glamorous Artful Bronze Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sweet-jane.md)