If I didn't know any better, I'd venture to guess that the James Jarvis Hello Kitty toys are some sort of minimalist art project commissioned by Sanrio. As it stands, however, Medicom reached out to British artist James Jarvis to put his own personal spin on the iconic kitty.
The result is the James Jarvis Hello Kitty toys that you see above. These toys stand out due to their obvious lack of a face, something that makes one of the most recognizable mascots in the world look almost unfamiliar. Check out the James Jarvis' faceless take on Hello Kitty in the gallery above.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Faceless Toy Design
- Opportunity for designers to create unique and minimalist versions of iconic toys.
- Minimalist Art Approach
- Opportunity to commission artists to create new takes on traditional icons.
- Deconstructing Icons
- Opportunity to reimagine and subvert traditional iconography.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Toy Manufacturing
- Opportunity to create new collectible toys for collectors and fans.
- Art Commissions
- Opportunity for businesses to work with artists to create limited edition pieces.
- Graphic Design
- Opportunity to explore new ways of representing familiar imagery in a bold and fresh way.
