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Gianluca Hits the Pop Culture Scene Hard With Anime-Inspired Art

Most 23-year-olds can't say they have worked with big corporations like MTV, Nike, Motorola, Vh1 and the Cartoon Network, but Gianluca isn't like most 22-year-olds. This talented artist/illustrator from Argentina draws from Japanese anime to create his colorful creations.

Gianluca's work is something I would expect to see in the next Kanye West or Justice video, so watch out for his anime-styled art on your television and in your magazines.

Implications - The Japanese animation aesthetic has become quite popular over the last decade in North American markets due to its distinctive look and exaggerated visual style. Corporations seeking to entice youths into buying goods and services may consider using Japanese animation-inspired elements into product designs.

Japanese Animation Aesthetic
Corporations seeking to entice youths into buying goods and services may consider using Japanese animation-inspired elements into product designs.

Who This Affects Most

Entertainment
Companies in the entertainment industry can incorporate Japanese animation-inspired elements in their content to attract younger audiences.
Fashion
Fashion brands can create apparel and accessories with Japanese animation-inspired designs to appeal to fans of the aesthetic.
Advertising
Advertisers can use Japanese animation-inspired visuals in their campaigns to capture the attention of the target market.
SCORE
2.3 out of 10
GENDER
50% Men50% Women
MARKETTop markets: North America
GENERATION
  • Gen Z
  • Gen Alpha
  • Millennial (primary audience)
  • Gen X (primary audience)
POPULARITY
Popularity 50%
Activity 12%
Freshness 8%

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