# Tribal-Inspired Icelandic Illustrations Siggi Odds Draws Influence from North American Native Art By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2013-03-28 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/siggi-odds References: [thefoxisblack](http://www.thefoxisblack.com/2013/03/25/the-mystical-designs-of-siggi-odds/) & [siggiodds](http://www.siggiodds.com) When perusing the work of Icelandic artist Siggi Odds, it's clear to see how her work draws inspiration from [Aboriginal culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ravensong) from the west; the final products come as nothing short of truly beautiful. While her focus of inspiration does lie in the First Nations category, there are other pieces of Odds work that pertain to [branding and packaging design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wachiya-boutique). I think it's an interesting switch how she can flow so freely in her creative expressionist work and transition seamlessly to creating concept branding that's modern with a touch of heritage. It's difficult to pick a favorite of Odds work because they all are uniquely created with a strongly respectful notion in mind, which really speaks to my inner historian that loves when artists take [traditional practices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gabriel-chaile) and reinterpret them. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.9/10 - Popularity: 89% | Activity: 81% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Tribal-inspired Art:** Exploring traditional art forms from First Nations cultures as inspiration for modern design. - **Heritage Branding:** Incorporating cultural heritage into modern branding and packaging design. - **Creative Expressionism:** Inspiration from traditional art forms for unique, expressive creations. ### Where This Applies - **Art and Design:** Innovative approaches to traditional art and design. - **Branding and Advertising:** Opportunities to incorporate cultural heritage into branding and packaging design. - **Fashion and Textile Design:** Innovative uses of traditional tribal patterns and designs in contemporary fashion and textiles. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Indigenous-Designed Haircare Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alanah-jewell.md) - [Geometric Wooden Art Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aleph-geddis.md) - [Vibrant Design Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neon-primitivism.md) - [Vibrantly Colorful Dynamic Artwork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kayla-rumpp.md) - [Branded Acceptance Artist Collabs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/promote-acceptance.md) - [Striking Urban Wildlife Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clare-allin.md) - [Western-Inspired Textiles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/western-inspired-textiles.md) - [Native Art Retail Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wachiya-boutique.md) - [Drawings-Inspired Rug Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frames-collection.md)