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Sharpie Surf Art

Amy Hammond Draws Marker Waves on Top of Photographs

— July 17, 2011 — Art & Design
Now that summer is in full swing, here is this season-appropriate sharpie surf art by Amy Hammond. The images were photographed by the artist in Captiva Island, Florida herself using a waterproof disposable. Although Captiva is a popular surf spot, it's unlikely that you will ever encounter waves like the ones found from this collection.

Hammond used Ultra Fine Sharpies and artistic creativity to make her surftastic artwork. The Sharpie images almost seem to jump out of the photograph, creating an added dimension. It's quite difficult from getting swept away with this wavy art. This Sharpie photo art would make great postcards, and I can't wait to see more from this artist. Amy Hammond has found a great way to celebrate the summer with her ocean photo art.
Trend Themes
1. Marker Art - Using markers to create unique and dimensional artwork, opening up possibilities for new forms of expression.
2. Photographic Manipulation - Combining photography and artistic techniques like Sharpie drawings to transform images into dynamic and captivating visual creations.
3. Summer-themed Art - Exploring the use of art to celebrate the summer season, incorporating elements of the beach and outdoor activities in creative ways.
Industry Implications
1. Art and Crafts - Opportunities for product innovation and marketing within the art and crafts industry by developing and promoting markers specifically designed for creating unique marker art.
2. Photography and Printing - Disruptive innovation can be found in the development of specialized printing techniques and services to bring photo art to life, emphasizing the combination of photography and traditional artistic mediums.
3. Tourism and Travel - Creating partnerships between artists and tourist destinations to showcase and sell summer-themed art as souvenirs, providing visitors with unique and memorable keepsakes.
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