I love these artistic characters designed by Dean T. Fraser; the artist made "Simpsonised" versions of many of our favourite fictional characters.
Fraser has his own blog called Springfield Punx for which he's drawn several DC comics-style superheroes, like the ones seen here. Most recognizable are those of the Batman characters, including Batman and Robin, The Riddler and The Joker.
The fact that you can instantly see the Simpson's link shows just how identifiable and iconic the style of Matt Groening's show is.
Not by Dean Fraser, but just incredibly awesome, is the Darth Homer illustration seen in the gallery.
This art follows hot on the heels of real life Simpsons (so scary) and an oil painting of the Simpsons.
Superhero Simpsons
"Springfield Punx" by Dean T. Fraser
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