# Superhero Gangsters Steve Seeley Presents Batman and Superman Desperados By Michael Hines | Published 2010-09-15 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/steve-seeley References: [walyou](http://www.walyou.com/blog/2010/09/14/gangster-batman-and-superman/) & [thedelicatematter](http://www.thedelicatematter.com/thedelicatematter.html) Steve Seeley is a talented Chicago painter who used his talents to give Batman and Superman some gangster makeovers. I am no expert on gang signs, but from what I do know, it looks like Superman is repping the bloods, while Batman is fronting in the west coast. There have been a lot of [Superhero re-imaginings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marvel-and-disney), but I really like these featured Steve Seeley's illustrations. Check out these interesting prints in the featured gallery. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.4/10 - Popularity: 70% | Activity: 85% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - 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 ### What's Driving This Trend - **Superhero Makeovers:** Opportunity for artists to reimagine popular superheroes in unique and unconventional ways. - **Gangster Art:** Growing interest in artwork that combines elements of gang culture with traditional art styles. - **Regional Representation:** Exploration of superheroes representing different regional cultures and affiliations. ### Who This Affects Most - **Art and Design:** Opportunity for artists to create and sell unique superhero artwork. - **Pop Culture:** Demand for superhero merchandise and collectibles featuring alternative representations. - **Fashion and Apparel:** Potential for fashion brands to collaborate with artists to create superhero-inspired clothing lines. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Superhero-Themed DIY Art Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jim-lee-batman.md) - [Dark Superhero Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/batman-x-blvck-collection.md) - [Villain-Inspired Graphic Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saint-mxxxxxx.md) - [Superhero-Inspired Streetwear Capsule](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superman-collection.md) - [Buildable 3D Superhero Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gotham-city-skyline-set.md) - [Comic Book Hero Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/comic-book-heros.md) - [Superhero-Themed Hypercar Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pininfarina.md) - [Comic Book Character Cereals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dc-strong-berry-capn-crunch.md) - [Batman-Themed Kitchen Appliances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/batman-small-kitchen-appliance-design.md)