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Intricate Gamer Illustrations

These Grand Theft Auto Artworks by Patrick Brown are Ultra Vibrant

— January 10, 2011 — Art & Design
Australia-based artist Patrick Brown created these featured Grand Theft Auto artworks with much detail, showing ten amazing scenes from the incredibly addictive game.

Grand Theft Auto is listed as one of top games in Gamespot.com. Patrick Brown's use of color and bold lines within this series is definitely a representation of his skills in creating such illustrations. See the ten-image series by Patrick Brown for yourselves in the featured gallery.

Implications - The lines between video games and art are now being blurred. Graphic designers for these games spend countless hours creating imaginary worlds and artists are being heavily influenced by the alternate realities they are being exposed to.

The 8-bit artistry of the original Nintendo or Game Boy is now being replaced with interactive art and because of this, artists are being drawn into the creative world of gaming.
Trend Themes
1. Blurring Video Game and Art Boundaries - The lines between video games and art are now being blurred, creating opportunities for artists to collaborate with game developers.
2. Interactive Artistry - The 8-bit artistry of the past is being replaced with interactive art, opening up possibilities for new forms of expression and engagement.
3. Influence of Alternate Realities - Artists are being heavily influenced by the alternate realities of video game worlds, leading to the creation of immersive and captivating artworks.
Industry Implications
1. Video Game Development - Collaboration with artists can lead to the development of visually stunning and innovative gaming experiences.
2. Graphic Design - The growing demand for high-quality visuals in video games creates opportunities for graphic designers to showcase their skills and push the boundaries of their craft.
3. Art and Illustration - The convergence of gaming and art creates a new avenue for artists to explore and showcase their unique styles and creativity.
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