The work of digital artist Nicholas Mottla Jacobsen blends new with the old. He takes classical paintings and manipulates them in very obvious ways, all of which involve Photoshop in some way. Whether that means scribbling all over it as though in an act of vandalism or censoring parts of the images to give it a sexualized undertone, Nicholas Mottla Jacobsen transforms the works of art in a variety of ways.
Based in Aversa, Italy, Nicholas Mottla Jacobsen's computer manipulated images belong to three different series: 'Save as a dream, Save as a love,' 'Tear It Off!' and 'Pixelisation.' Each series involves a different method of digitally manipulating the images whether that entails pixelating or tearing off parts of it or adding common computer controls on top.
What's Driving This Trend
- Digital-traditional Art Fusion
- Opportunities for artists and designers to experiment with combining digital manipulation with traditional art forms for unique and innovative creations.
- Censorship-inspired Art
- Potential for artists to use censorship as inspiration for creating provocative pieces that challenge the viewer's perceptions and beliefs.
- Pixelation Art
- Growing trend of using pixelation as a design element in both digital and traditional art forms to create visually striking pieces.
Who This Affects Most
- Fine Arts
- Opportunities for galleries and museums to showcase and capitalize on the trending fusion of digital and traditional art forms.
- Graphic Design
- Increased demand for graphic designers with skills in digital manipulation and pixelation for art and advertising purposes.
- Social Media Marketing
- Potential for marketers to use provocative and visually striking pieces, such as those incorporating censorship, to create buzz and engagement on social media platforms.
