# Gangsterfied Illustrations The Patrick Lee 'Deadly Friends' Series is Intimidating By Armida Ascano | Published 2010-10-07 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/patrick-lee-deadly-friends References: [booooooom](http://www.booooooom.com/2010/10/06/graphite-drawings-by-artist-patrick-lee/) & [ameringer-yohe](http://www.ameringer-yohe.com/?a=64#) The Patrick Lee 'Deadly Friends' series is totally "G'd up from the feet up." With implications of gang member affiliation, this badass series depicts some of the [common stereotypes for gangsters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saint-mxxxxxx) while remaining completely artistic and skillful. Amongst these stereotypes are bikers, drug dealers and [inked-out fellas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Tattoo-Inspired-Land-Rover) who you *do not* want to mess with. The Patrick Lee 'Deadly Friends' series is done completely in [graphite on white paper](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/killer-napkins). The absence of digital editing adds edge to this already unique piece of intimidation art. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.5/10 - Popularity: 49% | Activity: 19% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Gangster-inspired Art:** Opportunity for artists and illustrators to explore gangster aesthetics and create unique, intimidating artwork. - **Subverting Stereotypes:** Potential for challenging and redefining common gangster stereotypes through artistic expression. - **Analog Artwork:** The resurgence of traditional art mediums like graphite on paper, providing a disruptive alternative to digital editing. ### Where This Applies - **Fine Art:** Fine artists can tap into the demand for gangster-inspired artwork and create pieces that resonate with collectors and enthusiasts. - **Illustration:** Illustrators can leverage the popularity of gangster aesthetics to create unique and striking illustrations for various media. - **Art Supplies:** Suppliers of traditional art materials, such as graphite pencils and quality paper, can cater to the growing demand for analog artwork. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Artist-Inspired Sweaters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lee-x-basquiat.md) - [Illustrated Streetwear Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wasted-youth-x-tappei.md) - [Intricate Resin Hand-Painted Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snh003.md) - [Collaborative Monochromatic Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/collaborative-monochromatic-art-exhibition.md) - [Travel-Inspired Canvas Paintings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-passport-series.md) - [Americana Subculture-Themed Art Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bullet-proof.md) - [Raw Sports Emotion Artwork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/game-exhibition.md) - [Fine Art-Inspired Sneaker Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/otw-by-vans-line.md) - [Immigration System-Inspired Artworks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/passport-series.md)