# Influential Icon Chains The Mark Summers ‘Swift Current' Illustrations By Joanne Lam | Published 2010-07-20 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mark-summers-swift-current References: [vanityfair](http://www.vanityfair.com/culture/features/2010/08/swift-to-taylor-swift-201008) & [theispot](http://www.theispot.com/msummers) With this Mark Summers ‘Swift Current’ sketch, it becomes clear that every iconic figure in history has had some sort of influence on our current pop culture society. From [Jonathan Swift](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pix-william-shakespeare) all the way down to [Taylor Swift](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eras-tour-book) (and everyone in between) have become a part of our history in this never-ending chain of [iconic celebs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sonic-editions). Check out the featured gallery to see some of these intricate and realistic Mark Summers ‘Swift Current’ sketches for yourselves. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 31% | Activity: 31% | 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) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Influential-icon Chains:** The trend of exploring the influence of iconic figures on pop culture creates opportunities for creating unique merchandise and immersive experiences. - **Current-pop Culture Society:** The growing influence of pop culture in society presents opportunities for businesses to capitalize on trends and create targeted marketing campaigns. - **Intricate-realistic Sketches:** The trend of creating intricate and realistic artwork allows artists to showcase their talent and attract art collectors and enthusiasts. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Merchandise:** The merchandise industry can create products that celebrate iconic figures and their influence on pop culture, appealing to fans and collectors. - **Entertainment:** The entertainment industry can develop immersive experiences and storytelling that explores the impact of iconic figures on pop culture, attracting audiences seeking unique and engaging content. - **Art:** The art industry can showcase intricate and realistic sketches, tapping into a market of art collectors and enthusiasts who appreciate detailed artwork. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Blockish Music Tour Posters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-ideas-eras-tour-poster.md) - [Collectible Historical Figurines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thrilljoy-pix.md) - [Artful Suspended Fashion Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/invisible-figures.md) - [Pop Star-Themed Animals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/taylor-swiftthemed-cats.md) - [Singer-Collab Bright Limited Mixers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kitchenaid-3.md) - [Artwork-Inspired Vibrant Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-gallery-collection.md) - [Themed Celebrity Activations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sheraton-centre-toronto.md) - [Artist-Inspired Linen Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/slowtide.md) - [Celebratory Photo Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sonic-editions.md)