# Expressive Pointillist Sketches Natalia Bivol Does Female Sketches with an Interpretive Eye By Riley von Niessen | Published 2016-07-07 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/female-sketch References: [fubiz.net](http://www.fubiz.net/en/2016/07/03/delicate-pointillism-pencil-portraits-of-women/) & [nataliabivol](http://www.nataliabivol.com/) Natalia Bivol is an artist based in San Francisco who has a talent for creating female sketches that comment on each contrived subject with an insightful lens. Her portfolio in diverse, with the artist crafting pieces in an array of different styles successfully. However, her female sketches have garnered especial attention due to their expressionistic nature. Though her depictions are [drawn lightly in pencil](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pencilify-ai) and exempts the majority of any unnecessary details, Natalia Bivol manages to translate the rich personality of each. She does this by paying careful attention to the eyes, working to reveal the inner nature of the women -- whether it be melancholy, angry, sensual or conflicted. Her female sketches tend to favor Renaissance themes and inspirations as well, with many adorned in [elaborate dresses and hairstyles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/printed-decors). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.7/10 - Popularity: 34% | Activity: 8% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Expressionistic Female Sketches:** There is a rising trend in the creation of expressionistic female sketches that comment on the inner nature of the subject. - **Renaissance-inspired Art:** The trend for Renaissance-inspired art continues to grow, as more artists borrow from the past and update it for the present. - **Minimalism in Art:** The trend for minimalist art continues, with artists finding new ways to convey emotion and meaning with less. ### Who This Affects Most - **Art and Design:** In the art and design industry, there is a need for artists who can create unique and emotive pieces, using both traditional and modern techniques. - **Fashion:** Fashion designers can look to Natalia Bivol's work for inspiration in creating elaborate dresses and hairstyles, especially with a focus on Renaissance themes. - **Marketing and Advertising:** Marketers can use expressive female sketches to create advertisements and campaigns that spark an emotional response in consumers, leading to stronger brand loyalty. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Vibrantly Colorful Dynamic Artwork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kayla-rumpp.md) - [Digital AI-Generated Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/picsart-1.md) - [Raunchy Anime-Inspired Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/manuela-soto-sosa.md) - [Realistic Sketch-Reflective Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drawing-series.md) - [Striking Urban Wildlife Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clare-allin.md) - [Intricate Fiber Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/threadwork-women-redefining-fiber-arts.md) - [Boundary-Pushing Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/briony-douglas-1.md) - [Human Nature-Themed Art Galleries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sea-im-awake.md) - [Art-Inspired Streetwear Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/silent-echoes.md)