# Abstract Athlete-Inspired Illustrations This Artist Interprets James Harden's Beard for Art By Davina Sinnatamby | Published 2014-03-25 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/james-hardens-beard References: [rsvlts](http://www.rsvlts.com/2014/03/24/creative-illustrations-of-james-hardens-beard/) & [peraic](http://www.peraic.com/) [NBA](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/draftkings-artist-series) star James Harden's beard is as famous as the athlete himself. Artist Filip Peraic took the iconic facial hair to a whole new level by creating a series of creative versions of the Harden's side profile and beard. The artist reinvents the [Houston Rocket](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mens-jewelry-brand) as abstract concepts. The illustrations include Harden as a ancient Greek philosopher, a map and a botanical collage. There is a stippled Harden, one that is made out of blotchy camouflage colors and a portrait of the athlete with a whale swimming on his beard. These illustrations will defiantly have people seeing James Harden as more than just an iconic athlete with a great beard. Now he's the muse that inspired this awesome abstract art. You can check out more of these wacky, captivating images at the [projects homepage](http://jameshardenillustrated.com/) and 'like' the [Facebook page](https://www.facebook.com/jameshardenillustrated). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 42% | Activity: 4% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Celebs](https://www.trendhunter.com/celebs) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Athlete-inspired Art:** Opportunity for artists to create abstract interpretations of athletes and their iconic features. - **Creative Portraits:** Opportunity to reinvent traditional portraiture by incorporating unique and imaginative elements. - **Exploration of Identity:** Opportunity to explore the intersection of personal identity and popular culture through artistic expression. ### Where This Applies - **Art:** Opportunity for artists and designers to create unique and captivating pieces inspired by athletes and sports culture. - **Sports Marketing:** Opportunity for sports brands and marketers to collaborate with artists to create unique promotional content. - **Digital Media:** Opportunity for digital platforms and social media channels to showcase and promote athlete-inspired art to a wide audience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Artist-Inspired Dynamic Basketballs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/round21.md) - [Exclusive Basketball Star Wines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jharden-wine.md) - [Raw Sports Emotion Artwork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/game-exhibition.md) - [Basketball-Inspired Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/draftkings-artist-series.md) - [Immersive Floral Tributes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2025-nba-finals.md) - [Basketball-Themed Floral Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunflower-vessel.md) - [Hairstyle NFT Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rodmans-barbershop.md) - [Playful Hockey Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beard-in-a-box.md) - [Basketball-Inspired Public Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cj-hendry1.md)