# Illustrated Pop Culture Portraits CranioDsgn Offers Insane Illustrations of Breaking Bad By Thomas Wade-West | Published 2013-09-23 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/televisioninspired-illustrations References: [inspirefirst](http://www.inspirefirst.com/2013/09/09/breaking-bad-illustrations-craniodsgn-7-pictures/) Spain-based graphic designer and illustrator CranioDsgn displays a series of [television-inspired artworks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-sopranos-range) from the [hit series Breaking Bad](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stranger-things-animated-series). The illustration style uses a variety of shading and colors to capture four of the main characters in their own element. The unique drawings include a variety of styles including highly detailed shading and darker colors to emphasize different moods and feelings between characters. CranioDsgn has illustrated and designed works with [athletic themes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soccerthemed-illustrations), home decor, sneakers and automobiles. This depiction of human subjects is certainly one of the most creative collections in their portfolio. The diverse and eye-pleasing tributes to the hit-series come at an exciting time, particularly when the season finale is winding to a close at the end of this month. The varied styles are certainly worth checking out and can be found online. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.4/10 - Popularity: 92% | Activity: 91% | 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) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Pop-culture Art Illustrations:** Developing unique and innovative art styles for pop-culture icons opens up opportunities for merchandise and licensing deals. - **Illustrated Product Line:** Expanding into creating illustrated product lines for home decor, athletic wear, sneakers, and more could increase revenue and brand recognition. - **Personalized Illustrations:** Using a personalized illustration style for commissioned work such as family portraits or pet portraits could be a unique selling point for artists and designers. ### Who This Affects Most - **Pop-culture Merchandise:** Creating licensed pop-culture merchandise using unique, visually appealing art styles can set a brand apart and attract a broader audience. - **Art and Design:** Expanding into new product lines and markets by leveraging an artist's unique style could increase revenue and brand recognition in the art and design industry. - **Commissioned Artwork:** Using unique and personalized illustration styles in commissioned artwork could attract new customers and increase revenue for artists and designers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sci-Fi-Inspired Classical Posters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sen-donnan.md) - [Sci-Fi Show Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yusuke-hanai-1.md) - [Artistic Whiskey Branding](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/breckenridge-px-naranja-cask-finish-whiskey.md) - [TV Show-Inspired Figurines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stickymonger.md) - [Illustrated Streetwear Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wasted-youth-x-tappei.md) - [Collectible Character Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arr-x-kaws-sesame-street.md) - [Americana Subculture-Themed Art Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bullet-proof.md) - [Street Artist Tequila Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gustavo-zermeo-jr.md) - [Surreal Artist-Inspired Tech Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/salvador-dal-collection.md)