Due mostly to our new president’s interest in Lincoln and decisions to use the Lincoln bible during his oath and feed "Lincoln-inspired" food at the inauguration luncheon, the 16th president has gotten lots of press lately. And this year is the Lincoln Bicentennial, too!
"Abraham Lincoln is so totally 'in' these days" that young people everywhere are creating art and digging further into the president’s story. Lincoln portraits painted by kids are currently on display in a Barney’s window and available for sale for $100 each.
Old Fashion Political Muses
Abraham Lincoln Art Based on 16th President Fandom
Trend Themes
1. Artistic Political Figures - There is a growing trend of young people creating art inspired by historical political figures like Abraham Lincoln, presenting innovative opportunities to market unique merchandise and clothes.
2. Presidential Memorabilia - With the recent revival of interest in US presidents, there is a rising trend in the manufacture of related merchandise and souvenirs presenting an opportunity for the manufacturing industry.
3. Political Fan Art - The growing appreciation for political figures, particularly among young people, is driving the emergence of political fan art as an innovative opportunity to purchase and showcase unique, political-inspired art and artifacts.
Industry Implications
1. Art and Crafts - The art and crafts industry can take advantage of this trend to create educational and fun kits for kids to learn and create art based on historical political personalities.
2. Tourism - With the growing interest in presidents, the tourism industry can capitalize on presidential historical sites and artifacts by creating thematic tours and merchandise.
3. Selling Political Art - Businesses selling art, like museums and galleries, can get into this trend by purchasing art inspired by political figures for an exhibit, making it available for sale in their shops, or creating their own political-inspired merchandise.