# Deceptively Simple Freehand Drawings Artist John Franzen Creates Intricate Artworks Out of Lines By Meghan Young | Published 2013-08-27 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/john-franzen References: [trendsnow.net](http://www.trendsnow.net/2013/08/each-line-one-breath-freehand-drawings.html) & [johnfranzen](http://www.johnfranzen.com/) John Franzen is a German artist who has mastered a deceptively simple form of [freehand drawing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/simple-drawing-ideas). Entirely made up of relatively straight [parallel lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pencilify-ai), his artworks take on a streaky aesthetic that is [visually striking](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/optical-flow). In a way, it is hard to perceive the drawings as made up of such lines. Instead, they flow together as though John Franzen managed to capture the essence of a waterfall. Living and working in Maastricht, Netherlands, John Franzen's works of arts are surprisingly very different from each other in spite of the fact that he uses the same technique over and over again. By spacing out the lines different with each stroke, he manages to create patterns in the drawings that are utterly captivating. It is incredible to watch the concentration needed for each line drawn. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.3/10 - Popularity: 98% | Activity: 83% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Freehand Drawing Art Trend:** Franzen's deceptively simple form of freehand drawing has the potential to inspire a new wave of artistic creativity. - **Streaky Aesthetic Trend:** The streaky aesthetic created through Franzen's parallel line technique can be used to add a visually striking element in different industries. - **Pattern Creation Trend:** Franzen's use of patterns through spacing out parallel lines can inspire designers and creators in various fields. ### Where This Applies - **Graphic Design Industry:** The streaky effect in freehand drawing can be incorporated into graphic design to give a distinct creative style to brands. - **Fashion Industry:** The use of Franzen's parallel line technique on fabrics can create dynamic patterns in clothing and textile design. - **Interior Design Industry:** Using the pattern creation technique in Franzen's artwork can inspire unique wallpaper designs for interior spaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Stunning Origami Portraits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/origami-portaits.md) - [Artful Cartoonish Canal Bridges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canal-skybridge.md) - [Intricate Site-Specific Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folded-time.md) - [Dynamic Mathematically Shaped Surfaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mathematically-shaped.md) - [Structured Art Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flowchart.md) - [Evolved Vibrant Graffiti Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jan-kalb.md) - [Retro Drawing-Inpsired Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/family-project.md) - [Geometric Wooden Art Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aleph-geddis.md) - [Mesmerizing Fluid Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flow-fountain.md)