# Japanese-Style Samurai Art Illustrator Deryl Braun Uses a Sumi-e Ink Wash Technique By Meghan Young | Published 2014-08-15 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samurai-art References: [designtaxi](http://designtaxi.com/news/367995/Awesome-Japanese-Inspired-Illustrations-Of-Samurai-Warriors/) & [derylbraun.deviantart](http://derylbraun.deviantart.com/) The samurai art of Deryl Braun, an illustrator hailing from Germany, is appropriately inspired by a Japanese style. A cross between [anime illustrations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/split-bust) and ink wash paintings, he uses the latter technique to create the thick lines and faded edges that make the samurai artworks so energetic. As though captured in mid-movement, each warrior portrayed in this samurai art series looks quite deadly. Whether standing still or [wielding a sword](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shirasagi-knife), the heroes or diverse and intriguing. As though formed from black smoke, the samurai art has a fanastical element to it as well. As full of detail as it is of action, the series is something many people will love even if they are not necessarily drawn to the cultural icons themselves. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.5/10 - Popularity: 72% | Activity: 55% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Samurai Art:** Opportunity to blend traditional art techniques with modern styles to create visually captivating artworks with cultural significance. - **Anime Illustrations:** Potential for unique storytelling and character design to create captivating and engaging visual narratives. - **Ink Wash Technique:** Innovation in using traditional ink wash technique to create dynamic and expressive artwork that bridges the gap between traditional and contemporary art. ### Who This Affects Most - **Art and Design:** Artists can explore new styles and techniques to create appealing and culturally rich artworks for exhibitions, galleries, and merchandise. - **Animation:** Animation studios can incorporate samurai art-inspired illustrations and storytelling techniques to create visually stunning and emotionally resonant animated films or series. - **Cultural Tourism:** Organizations and businesses in the tourism industry can leverage samurai art to attract visitors and promote cultural experiences centered around the iconic Japanese warriors. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Demon Slayer Paint kit](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Demon-Slayer-Paint-Kit.md) - [Samurai-Inspired Dynamic Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/randoseru.md) - [Destructive Nature Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keita-miyazaki.md) - [Japanese Artwork Keyboard Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/traitors-keys-ukiyoe-keycap-set.md) - [Origami-Inspired Porcelain Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saori-matsushita.md) - [Forged Sword-Like Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shirasagi-knife.md) - [Raw Sports Emotion Artwork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/game-exhibition.md) - [Collaborative Sculptural Art Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neojomon-biomorphic-fantme.md) - [Sci-Fi Nostalgic Dragon Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ground-dragon.md)