# Yin-Yang Rival Illusatrions 'versus/Hearts' by Dan Matutina Combines Pop Culture Characters By Harris Jay Rosenberg Alterman | Published 2012-04-19 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/versus-hearts References: [flavorwire](http://flavorwire.com/280983/heartwarming-illustrations-of-famed-rivals) & [versushearts.tumblr](http://versushearts.tumblr.com/) The latest and greatest [Tumblr](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tumblr-campaign) is called 'Versus/Hearts' and was made by blogger Dan Matutina (aka Twistedfork). Matutina had the clever idea of combining [rivals from pop culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rivals-heroes) and putting them into a heart shape. Inspired by the idea that "rivals can’t exist without each other," Matutina decided to make a series of pictures that captured this idea. Without The Joker, there would be no Batman; without [White Spy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/verdy-2), there would be no Black Spy. If you have a suggestion of two rivals you would to see Matutina make into a heart, visit his blog and send him a message. This project is still going on and Matutina will continue to create these loving illustrations. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.5/10 - Popularity: 67% | Activity: 60% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Pop Culture Rivalries:** Disruptive innovation opportunities could include creating merchandise or events that tap into the rivalry between popular characters and franchise. - **Artistic Collaborations:** Opportunities may arise for artists to collaborate on projects that combine different elements of pop culture in unique and visually appealing ways. - **Redefining Relationships:** This trend highlights the potential for redefining relationships and exploring the interconnectedness of opposing forces in various industries and narratives. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Entertainment:** The entertainment industry could leverage the trend of combining rival characters to create new storylines, merchandise, or cross-franchise collaborations. - **Art and Design:** Artists and designers could find opportunities to create visually striking works by combining elements from different pop culture rivalries. - **Marketing and Branding:** Brands can incorporate the concept of rivalries in their marketing campaigns to engage consumers and create buzz around their products or services. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Comforting Cartoon Drink Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heytea-2.md) - [Anime Horror-Style Reimaginations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/junji-ito-artwork.md) - [Surreal Love-Themed Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/joakim-ojanen.md) - [Harmony-Motif-Inspired Jewelry Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yin-yang-jewelry.md) - [Pop Art Legend-Honoring Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keiichi-tanaami-1.md) - [Interactive Typo Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loveegolov.md) - [Illustrated Streetwear Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wasted-youth-x-tappei.md) - [Cartoon Mashup Qsr Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hello-kitty-tmnt.md) - [Sci-Fi-Inspired Classical Posters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sen-donnan.md)