# Hybrid Mythological Sketches Nick Sheehy Draws Enigmatic Creatures By Ana Lopez | Published 2012-01-22 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nick-sheehy References: [juxtapoz](http://www.juxtapoz.com/Illustration/nick-sheehs-mythical-world) & [showchicken](http://www.showchicken.com/) The UK-based illustrator Nick Sheehy created a series of sketches featuring deformed creatures. The intriguing monochromatic illustrations seem to be out of a bizarre fairytale. Using [pencil and paper](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/experimental-pencils), Sheehy gives life to a world full of imagination and eccentric figures. Different animals are blended together resulting in [strange-looking beasts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anima). Long and pointy whiskers, sharp teeth and chunky furs are some similar features of these [mythological beasts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/irnbru-xtra-legend-editions). Evil goats, angry red pandas and boars are prominent animals in the series. Nick Sheehy describes himself in his website as someone who "enjoys drawing various weird things for himself," judging by these art pieces, this passion is not only evident, but it's also the force behind the creation of these disturbing but fun sketches. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 34% | Activity: 12% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Monochromatic Illustrations:** Opportunity for artists to create visually striking and evocative artwork using limited color palettes. - **Blended Animal Imagery:** Potential for designers to merge different animal characteristics to create unique and imaginative creatures. - **Eccentric Fantasy Art:** Opportunity for illustrators to explore strange and surreal themes to captivate audiences with enigmatic storytelling. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Art and Design:** Chance for artists and designers to push the boundaries of traditional art forms and experiment with unconventional concepts. - **Publishing and Media:** Potential for incorporating hybrid creature illustrations in books, magazines, and digital media to engage audiences and spark imagination. - **Merchandise and Licensing:** Opportunity for creating merchandise and licensing deals surrounding the unique and intriguing characters portrayed in the sketches. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Folk Creature Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fibredog.md) - [Otherworldly Wooden Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooden-sculptures-1.md) - [Hand-Drawn Cartoon NFTs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/madsteez.md) - [Striking Urban Wildlife Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clare-allin.md) - [Realistic Sketch-Reflective Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drawing-series.md) - [Digital Archetype Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christian-rex-van-minnen-1.md) - [Raw Metal Design Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nick-valentijn.md) - [Creature-Inspired Home Good Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/charles-jeffreys-loverboy.md) - [Otherwordly Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/william-monk.md)