These Hero Illustrations by Josh Lane Depict Characters in Ancient Egypt
Alyson Wyers — October 14, 2013 — Pop Culture
References: society6 & designtaxi
Josh Lane's hero illustrations depict characters like the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles in an ancient Egyptian, hieroglyphic style. The series also features Wolverine, the Avengers, Spiderman, Star Trek, Power Rangers and the cast of Kick Ass. Not only are these geeky characters featured in an unusual, yet classic style, they are shown doing interesting things. The ninja turtles, for example, appear to be offering a pizza to their rat sensei while another seems to imply Professor X is a god.
The hero illustrations are well done, but are equally entertaining if you attempt to understand the message being told through there 'hero-glyphics.' The artistic prints were completed on 100% cotton rags and archival paper using Epson K3 archival inks.
The hero illustrations are well done, but are equally entertaining if you attempt to understand the message being told through there 'hero-glyphics.' The artistic prints were completed on 100% cotton rags and archival paper using Epson K3 archival inks.
Trend Themes
1. Ancient-egyptian Hero Illustrations - A trend of depicting popular characters in an ancient Egyptian, hieroglyphic style, providing a unique and visually stunning twist on beloved heroes.
2. Classic Characters in Unusual Styles - A trend of reimagining well-known characters in unconventional artistic styles, creating a fresh and intriguing take on familiar icons.
3. Multifaceted Storytelling Through Art - A trend of using visual art to convey narrative messages and storytelling elements, adding depth and complexity to the artistic experience.
Industry Implications
1. Art and Illustration - An industry that can leverage the trend by commissioning artists to create unique art pieces that combine popular characters with distinct artistic styles, appealing to collector markets.
2. Pop Culture Merchandise - An industry that can explore licensing agreements with artists to produce merchandise featuring popular characters depicted in unconventional styles, attracting fans looking for unique and visually striking collectibles.
3. Comic Book Publishing - An industry that can adapt the trend by collaborating with artists to release comic books or graphic novels that feature iconic characters reimagined in creative art styles, captivating readers with visually captivating stories.
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