# Realistic Cartoon Characters This Realistic Homer Simpson Drawing is a Shocking Sight to Behold By Eric Westcott | Published 2014-03-18 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/realistic-cartoon-characters References: [rsvlts](http://www.rsvlts.com/2014/03/14/realistic-homer-simpson-is-disgusting-7-photos/) & [blog.naver](http://blog.naver.com/dkeez01) Realistic Cartoon Character drawings take the step towards showing us what our [favourite cartoon characters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marvel-and-disney) might look like in the real world. Korean artist Seung Hoon Roh has taken the beloved Homer Simpson and drawn him in a 3D realistic style. Simpson's fans will agree that Homer Simpson is not the most attractive character on the show. From his overweight appearance to slobbish mannerisms, Homer in 2D will be passed up for other characters. The realistic drawn version of Homer blows imagination out the window, making him look far worse that ever imagined. With his beer belly sticking out of his stained golf shirt, sitting an arm chair with garbage all around, or laying in [giant horde of burgers, donuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/serious-eats) and beer, it' a sight that's better suited to stay in the cartoon universe. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.9/10 - Popularity: 100% | Activity: 99% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Realistic Cartoon Characters:** The trend of creating realistic versions of popular cartoon characters offers opportunities for disruptive innovation in animation and character design. - **3D Realistic Drawing:** The trend of drawing cartoon characters in a 3D realistic style challenges traditional 2D animation and offers opportunities for disruptive innovation in animation technology. - **Extreme Character Redesign:** The trend of radically redesigning beloved cartoon characters like Homer Simpson offers opportunities for disrupting expectations and sparking conversation. ### Where This Applies - **Animation:** The animation industry can capitalize on the trend of creating realistic cartoon characters by developing innovative technology and tools for 3D character design and animation. - **Entertainment:** The entertainment industry can create new avenues for engagement and revenue through the production and distribution of content featuring realistic cartoon characters. - **Marketing and Advertising:** Marketing and advertising professionals can leverage the trend of extreme character redesign to generate buzz and attract attention to their brands and products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cartoon Franchise-Inspired Clogs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-simpsons-classic-clog.md) - [Sci-Fi Show Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yusuke-hanai-1.md) - [Cartoonish Parental Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swatch-x-the-simpsons-watches.md) - [Cartoon-Inspired Iconic Totes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canvas-tote-bag.md) - [Animated Streetwear Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-simpsons-x-family-mart.md) - [Cartoon-Inspired Puzzle Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-simpsons-krusty-burger.md) - [Cartoony Donut Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swatch-x-the-simpsons.md) - [Realistic Sketch-Reflective Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drawing-series.md) - [Hyper-Realistic Flesh Objects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/junji-ito.md)