# Brawling Beast Bloodbaths Ryohei Hase Focuses on a Theme of Darkness By Meghan Young | Published 2011-02-16 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ryohei-hase References: [trendsnow.net](http://www.trendsnow.net/2011/02/ryohei-hase.html) & [ryoheihase](http://ryoheihase.com/) Ryohei Hase's work is so disturbingly unique, I can't tear my eyes away. It mainly consists of epically painted [human-animal hybrids](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anima) that look as though Michelangelo himself could have painted them. By melding modern and strange concepts with classical techniques, Ryohei Hase draws you in with his [surreal visions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jeffrey-deitch-art-gallery). A [Japanese artist and illustrator](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/split-bust) based in Tokyo, it's no wonder that his work is so fantastical and unique. According to his site, Ryohei Hase's theme centers around the mind's darkness, which is both sad and gloomy. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.9/10 - Popularity: 62% | Activity: 18% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Classically-inspired Surrealism:** Opportunity to explore the combination of classical art techniques with modern and strange concepts in visual arts. - **Human-animal Hybrids:** Gaining popularity in the art world, these creations offer opportunities for innovative storytelling and expression. - **Exploration of the Mind's Darkness:** The theme of darkness in artwork presents opportunities to delve into the complexities of the human psyche and emotions. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Visual Arts:** Artists can experiment with classical techniques and surreal concepts to create unique and captivating artworks. - **Illustration:** Using human-animal hybrids in illustrations provides a fresh and compelling visual aesthetic for various projects. - **Psychotherapy:** Exploring the mind's darkness through visual representation can offer new avenues for therapeutic expression and understanding. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Manga-Style Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hisashi-eguchi.md) - [Raunchy Anime-Inspired Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/manuela-soto-sosa.md) - [Vibrant Artistic Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/japonisme-1.md) - [Raw Sports Emotion Artwork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/game-exhibition.md) - [CG Technology Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cg-technology-art-exhbition.md) - [Drone-Assisted Landscape Artwork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/katsu-1.md) - [Human Duality-Themed Abstract Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/passive-aggression.md) - [Bi-Culture-Inspired Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bicultureinspired-art-exhibition.md) - [Weather-Inspired Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/weatherinspired-art-exhibition.md)