Mark Hunter Brown Captures the Fantastical of the Overshadowed
Andrew Robertson — May 10, 2012 — Art & Design
References: markhunterbrown & beautifuldecay
Mark Hunter Brown has a knack for representing the world in a series of compelling and illustrious images. The illustrations he creates are a mix of events inspired by his own life and moments in history that have been overlooked or overshadowed. In between the points in history which have shaped the world and future events were times where individuals simply gathered together, shared stories and each others' company.
Brown is also inspired by the local history of the various people he encounters on his travels. In taking an interest in history both global and personal, the artist is relaying the biographical through the fantastical. While not all of his illustrations derive from factual events, it is clear that Mark Hunter Brown has an amazing ability to capture the sensational in the overlooked.
Brown is also inspired by the local history of the various people he encounters on his travels. In taking an interest in history both global and personal, the artist is relaying the biographical through the fantastical. While not all of his illustrations derive from factual events, it is clear that Mark Hunter Brown has an amazing ability to capture the sensational in the overlooked.
Trend Themes
1. Fantastical History Illustrations - Opportunities for artists to present history in a visually compelling way that inspires and educates viewers.
2. Personalized Storytelling - The ability to create custom illustrations that capture personal histories and stories in a unique way.
3. Overlooked Moments in History - The opportunity for historians and educators to explore unknown or overshadowed historical events and share them in an engaging way through visual storytelling.
Industry Implications
1. Art and Design - Innovative illustrators and designers have the opportunity to create new and visually interesting ways to represent historical events.
2. Education - Educators can use fantastical history illustrations to engage students in history and encourage them to explore overlooked events and personal histories.
3. Tourism and Travel - Tourism and travel industries have the potential to use fantastical history illustrations to showcase local history and culture in an engaging and unique way.
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