Lia Selina's Fairytale Art Takes You Back to Your Childhood
Riley von Niessen — June 2, 2016 — Art & Design
Lia Selina is a Russian artist who makes fairytale art using a sophisticated pencil-drawing technique.
She personifies her animal subjects by having them stand upright and wear human clothing, which works to give them a relatable feel that's reminiscent to children's books and popular shows like 'Little Bear' -- however with substantially more detail. Her fairytale art ranges in subject, from wildlife to pixies and iconic fable characters. In addition to a range of illustrations, Lia Selina is a photographer, in which work she implements a similar style.
By focusing on the specifics of her subjects, her fairytale art is practically brought to life -- with viewers able to interpret the animals by their human stances and expressions.
She personifies her animal subjects by having them stand upright and wear human clothing, which works to give them a relatable feel that's reminiscent to children's books and popular shows like 'Little Bear' -- however with substantially more detail. Her fairytale art ranges in subject, from wildlife to pixies and iconic fable characters. In addition to a range of illustrations, Lia Selina is a photographer, in which work she implements a similar style.
By focusing on the specifics of her subjects, her fairytale art is practically brought to life -- with viewers able to interpret the animals by their human stances and expressions.
Trend Themes
1. Animal Personification - Exploring the trend of personifying animals through art, opening up opportunities for children's book illustrations and animated films.
2. Sophisticated Pencil Drawing - Embracing the trend of highly detailed and realistic pencil drawings, creating a demand for unique and intricate art pieces.
3. Fairytales and Fables - Reviving the popularity of traditional fairytales and fables through art, creating opportunities for collaborations with publishers and merchandise licensing.
Industry Implications
1. Children's Book Publishing - Introducing animal personification in children's book illustrations to create engaging and relatable storytelling experiences for young readers.
2. Fine Art - Utilizing sophisticated pencil drawing techniques to create intricate and realistic art pieces for galleries and collectors.
3. Entertainment and Media - Collaborating with animation studios and media companies to bring classic fairy tales and fables to life through illustrations and merchandise.
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