# Bug and Human Love Naughty Creepy Crawler Drawings By Javier Verdugo By TrendHead | Published 2009-02-16 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/macabre-bug-love-illustrations-drawings-by-javier-verdugo References: [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/desideratumstudio) & [desideratumstudio](http://www.desideratumstudio.com/) Rare Smiles is the title of this macabre series of drawings which aptly describes the Spanish illustrator, Javier Verdugo’s work. It is rare and it definitely makes you smile with its [quirky subjects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deddy-bears) featuring [bugs and frogs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/murder-hornet-ring) in love relation situations with human figures. Bizarre… just a little, but amazingly drawn in a unique style. Residing in Barcelona, Javier Verdugo works with animation, illustration and motion graphics for a wide range of clients. You can view more of his impressive illustration, animations and toy design work on his [homepage.](http://www.desideratumstudio.com/) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 58% | Activity: 41% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## 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 - **Macabre Illustration:** Opportunity for artists to explore dark and unconventional themes in their artwork, appealing to a niche audience. - **Quirky Relationships:** Potential to create unique and unconventional products and services that cater to individuals seeking unusual or unexpected romantic themes. - **Bizarre Art Styles:** Opportunity for artists to experiment with unconventional techniques, attracting attention and standing out in a crowded art market. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Animation and Motion Graphics:** Disruptive innovation opportunity to develop animated content that combines macabre elements with visually stunning visuals, catering to a niche audience. - **Toy Design:** Opportunity to create quirky and unconventional toys that appeal to collectors and individuals seeking unique and unusual pieces. - **Illustration Services:** Potential to offer illustration services that specialize in creating artwork with a bizarre or unconventional twist, catering to clients looking for distinctive visual content. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Surreal Love-Themed Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/joakim-ojanen.md) - [Creature-Inspired Home Good Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/charles-jeffreys-loverboy.md) - [Insect-Inspired Bronze Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/insect-bronze-sculptures.md) - [Playful Accent Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bug-table.md) - [Anime Horror-Style Reimaginations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/junji-ito-artwork.md) - [Glamorous Artful Bronze Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sweet-jane.md) - [Adorable Artist-Designed Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/javier-calleja-1.md) - [Whimsical Collaborative Figurines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/asterisk-1.md) - [Horrific Beer-Themed Comics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/garage-beer.md)