Juxtaposing classical Greek statues set in the background, with 8-bit Japanese video game imagery, artist Oliver Payne creates his arcade game art collection with a reference to history.
Using these contrasting visuals to demonstrate the strange combination of Japanese and Greek art, the artist explains on his website, “Greek statues serve as a background and a reminder of the fantasy worlds produced in Japanese arcade games, which often picture rural Europe.” The stark contrast between the black and white photos of ancient art and the retro arcade graphics, working together on the same page, serve to create a new type of visual that explores the history of art while becoming part of a new wave of art.
Oliver Payne makes arcade game art seem as classic as ancient Europe.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Arcade Art
- Oliver Payne's work combines classical Greek statues and 8-bit Japanese video game imagery to create a new type of mixed media art.
- Historic Mashup
- Bringing together contrasting visuals from different historical periods creates an opportunity for new artistic expression.
- Art and Technology
- The mix of ancient and retro visuals highlights the intersection of traditional art and new media.
Where This Applies
- Art
- The art industry can explore new forms of media and expression by adapting to the combination of historic art and technology.
- Gaming
- The gaming industry can leverage the use of classic art and design elements to create new and innovative games.
- Media and Entertainment
- The media and entertainment industry can benefit from the new wave of mixed media art by incorporating it into their productions and events.
