# Flammable Gunpowder Paintings Danny Shervin Sets His Realistic Drawings of Animals Ablaze By M | Published 2016-05-13 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flammable-gunpowder References: [designtaxi](http://designtaxi.com/news/386220/Artist-Paints-Using-Gunpowder-Finishes-His-Works-By-Setting-Them-On-Fire/) & [paintwithgunpowder](http://paintwithgunpowder.com/) Artist Danny Shervin opts for an unconventional material in his flammable gunpowder paintings of animals that are made using the combustible substance. Once each illustration is complete, Shervin sets the painting ablaze to allow the material to create a lasting imprint into the wooden canvases used. Shervin's unique art style makes use of the flammable material to create a [rustic etched illustration](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hughmanity) that is engraved into the [wooden block canvases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooden-sculptures-1) using heat. The paintings showcase different [wildlife in Shervin's own backyard](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drawmypet) that he draws using gunpowder. The powder is used to create shading as well, for a more realistic depiction. Once the image is complete, Shervin lights the gunpowder allowing the substance to burn the wood ensuring the drawing is engraved into the material. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.3/10 - Popularity: 46% | Activity: 45% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Gunpowder Art:** Opportunities for using unusual art materials to create unique pieces of art. - **Combustible Material Art:** Innovative techniques for using combustible materials to create art with lasting impressions. - **Natural Depictions:** Creating art that showcases natural depictions and wildlife using unconventional materials for lasting impressions. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Art Industry:** New materials can be used to create unique and lasting pieces of art. - **Craft Industry:** Crafters can experiment with new materials to create unique and distinctive designs. - **Interior Design Industry:** Innovative artworks can be incorporated into interior designs to add unique and nostalgic touches. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Americana Subculture-Themed Art Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bullet-proof.md) - [Explosion-Damaged Sculpture Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/light-into-darkness.md) - [Vibrantly Colorful Dynamic Artwork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kayla-rumpp.md) - [Raw Sports Emotion Artwork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/game-exhibition.md) - [Leftover Househouse Paint Artwork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paint-drop.md) - [Fire-Inspired Artful Candelabras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forge-candelabra.md) - [Eroded Cartoon-Themed Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crystalized-squirtle.md) - [Travel-Inspired Canvas Paintings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-passport-series.md) - [Exquisite Time Lapse Candles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xl-porcelain-candles.md)