Remember that 1990's show which had a super sleuth transform into different animals? Well 'Manimals' is not exactly related, but does share the name. Manimals is an exhibit by artist Daniel Lee. Drawing inspiration from the Chinese Zodiac, Lee has created portraits of people in likeness to the animal which they share their zodiac with.
The artist first scours lists for people born in the various zodiac signs and then uploads them to his computer where he uses PhotoShop to alter the features to resemble animals. You can check out the process which he uses to achieve this effect at his personal website.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Animal Transformation Art
- Creating portraits of people transformed into animals, opening up opportunities for immersive art experiences and personalized artwork.
- Chinese Zodiac Art
- Drawing inspiration from the Chinese Zodiac to create unique and culturally relevant art forms, providing opportunities for cultural celebrations and marketing tie-ins.
- Digital Manipulation in Art
- Using digital tools like PhotoShop to alter features and create visually stunning and innovative art, enabling new possibilities for artistic expression and experimentation.
Where This Applies
- Art Galleries
- Showcasing animal transformation art in galleries, attracting art enthusiasts and collectors who are seeking unique and thought-provoking artwork.
- Cultural Tourism
- Incorporating Chinese Zodiac art in tourist attractions and cultural events, attracting visitors interested in exploring cultural traditions and increasing local tourism.
- Digital Art Platforms
- Providing a platform for artists to share and sell their digital art, giving a wider audience access to innovative and digitally manipulated artwork.
