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# Distinguished Animal Illustrations (UPDATE)
These Ryan Berkley Art Works Personify Wild Creatures

By Jana Pijak | Published 2013-11-21 | Art & Design
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ryan-berkley
References: [trendland](http://trendland.com/ryan-berkleys-animal-illustrations/) & [etsy](http://www.etsy.com/shop/berkleyillustration/)

Whether depicting uniformed gorillas or eye-patch wearing leopards, these [animal illustrations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drawmypet) by Ryan Berkley personify their wild subjects. With a visual theme that is sure to appeal to the hipster artist or devoted animal lover, these stunning illustrations are a great addition to a [jungle-themed kid's bedroom space](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reserve-hotel) or eclectic living room area.

Self-taught artist Ryan Berkley creates these adorable and distinguished [animal portraits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/what-are-you-looking-at) that features fully suited rabbit, fox and donkey subjects. Donning a wardrobe of human clothing, the creatures pull off unlikely ensembles that range from military attire to opulent broach accessories.

Berkley's works also feature backdrop color washes that vary in hue. The backdrop elements are added digitally after his compositions are completed and embody a nostalgic visual aesthetic.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 3.9/10
- Popularity: 76% | Activity: 32% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia

## Categories

[Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Live Arts](https://www.trendhunter.com/livearts)

## Key Themes

### What's Driving This Trend

- **Humanized Animal Illustrations:** Opportunities to create personalized products using realistic animal illustrations dressed in human clothing.
- **Nostalgic Digital Illustrations:** Disruptive opportunities to create digital illustrations that embody vintage aesthetics.
- **Eclectic Home Decor:** Opportunities within the home decor industry to incorporate unconventional artwork that enhances the overall aesthetic of a space.

### Who This Affects Most

- **Art:** Industry innovation opportunities that explore the use of animal motifs to create personalized and unique traditional or digital art pieces.
- **Fashion:** Opportunities to create clothing lines and accessories for kids and adults featuring animal illustrations dressed in human clothing.
- **Interior Design:** Opportunities to incorporate unique and unconventional artwork, such as humanized animal illustrations, into home decor that appeals to a broader audience.

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