# Realistic Brushwork The Photographic Style Paintings of Sean Cheetham Look Like Candids By Ryan Hinkson | Published 2010-07-28 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sean-cheetham References: [inkbutter](http://inkbutter.com/the-art-of-sean-cheetham) & [seancheetham.blogspot](http://seancheetham.blogspot.com/) I'm always amazed when a painter is skilled enough to create [portraits that resemble photographs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/realphotoai). True lifelike portraits are hard to come by, which makes the work of Sean Cheetham impressive. This series of Sean Cheetham's work features women, and one man, who look like they have names, families and real lives. Each image looks as if it was captured at that exact moment, instead of being painted. **Implications** - In a technology-infused world, art has a completely different face, and the mediums for artistic expression has expanded beyond paintbrush and canvas into photography and computer-generated imagery. Artworks that blend these mediums or are deceiving to the naked eye in their [photorealistic appearance](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mimicphoto) generate a great deal of interest as the consumer population appreciates the talent, effort and dedication that is involved in the production of such complex works. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.1/10 - Popularity: 47% | Activity: 68% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Modern](https://www.trendhunter.com/modern) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Photorealistic Artworks:** The emergence of technology-infused art has created an opportunity for artists to blend traditional mediums with photography and computer-generated imagery to create photorealistic artworks. - **Lifelike Portraits:** There is a growing interest in portraits that resemble photographs, presenting an opportunity for artists skilled in creating true-to-life depictions of people. - **Deceiving Artworks:** Consumer interest in art that is deceiving to the naked eye in its appearance creates an opportunity for artists to showcase their talent, effort, and dedication. ### Where This Applies - **Art and Photography:** The art and photography industries can capitalize on the emerging trend of blending traditional mediums with technology-infused artworks to create photorealistic pieces. - **Fine Art:** The fine art industry has the opportunity to showcase the skill of artists who are capable of creating lifelike and photorealistic portraits. - **Consumer Goods:** The production of art that is deceiving in its appearance can generate consumer interest in various industries, creating an opportunity for unique and captivating products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Stylized Portrait Generators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/face-to-all.md) - [AI Portrait Generators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portraitia.md) - [Reimagined Puzzled Artful Paintings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portrait-of-a-woman-in-a-hat.md) - [AI-Generated Self-Portraits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/persona-ai.md) - [AI-Generated Poetic Photo Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emilio-alarcn.md) - [Photo Art Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/image-painter.md) - [Raw Sports Emotion Artwork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/game-exhibition.md) - [Oil Painting-Inspired Rugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/antonio-santn.md) - [Glass Beaded Intricate Artworks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/painting-exhibition.md)