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Renowned Guitar Posters

Federico Mauro's Guitar History Series Highlights Some Iconic Instruments

— July 27, 2013 — Art & Design
The brilliant Italian designer Federico Mauro is at it again with his newest guitar history photo series. In previous work Mauro has highlighted the iconic history of both cult film eyewear and some of the most well-known footwear. Now he pays homage to the expansive history of famous musicians and their guitars.

From Chuck Berry to Jimi Hendrix, all of the famous guitarists are covered in this all encompassing series. When you get to the level of musicianship that these icons have reached, your instrument becomes an extension of your artistic expression, conveying to the audience through the pervasive sounds of each string being struck the musical journey that extends to both emotional and intellectual thought. In essence the guitar becomes their paintbrush, used to convey their masterpiece. It's important to highlight the history of these famous guitarists because the past is what inspires the future.
Trend Themes
1. Historical Photo Series - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create a platform that allows users to browse and purchase historical photo series showcasing various iconic subjects.
2. Celebrity Artistic Expressions - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop an online marketplace that connects artists and celebrities to collaborate on unique artistic expressions, such as customized instruments.
3. Iconic Music Memorabilia - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create a digital platform that allows fans to own and trade virtual versions of iconic music memorabilia, including guitars used by famous musicians.
Industry Implications
1. Photography - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce AI-assisted photography technology that can accurately replicate historical photos with high detail and precision.
2. Art - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop an augmented reality (AR) app that allows users to virtually try and interact with celebrity-designed art pieces, including guitars.
3. Collectibles - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Establish a blockchain-based marketplace for authenticated and tradable digital collectibles, focusing on music-related memorabilia.
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