Since we can’t show you images of fat Tom Cruise in Tropic Thunder, I had to find something to give you your modified Tom Cruise fix. His lawyers won’t let you post images of bald Tom Cruise in his fat suit, but nothing is stopping us from posting these digitally enhanced images, and we argue that some of these are much more unflattering.
These Tom Cruise images are from a Worth1000 Photoshop contest that asks contestants to manipulate images of the actor. They include him in various poses and themes, such as a bruise up hockey player, complete with missing teeth, as well as a cross-dressed Tom Cruise where he resembles a Japanese Geisha.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Photoshop Art Contests
- Opportunity for businesses to organize online contests for users to showcase their Photoshop skills and creativity.
- Celebrity Image Manipulation
- Potential for companies to offer services, like digital image editing and enhancement, specifically tailored for celebrities and public figures.
- Controversial Digital Art
- Emerging trend of artists using digital manipulation techniques to create provocative and thought-provoking art pieces.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Graphic Design
- Graphic design firms can incorporate Photoshop contests to engage and discover new talent in the industry.
- Online Image Editing Services
- Companies can provide specialized photo editing services for celebrities and public figures, ensuring their image meets their desired representation.
- Digital Art Galleries
- Opportunity for digital art galleries to showcase and sell controversial digital art pieces, creating a dialogue around the intersection of technology and art.
