Religion and Star Wars collide in Patrick King's wonderfully creative 'Imperial Saints.' 'Imperial Saints' is a series of drawings depicting the nameless and faceless soldiers of the evil empire in holy form. The series positions Stormtroopers as disciples, with artwork mimicking stained glass windows that you would see in a catholic church or chapel.
'Imperial Saints' may be deemed sacrilegious by some, but to me the series seems to be all in good fun. After all, the fan art is a big part of what makes Star Wars so great. Check out the entire series, along with other saintly innovations here.
Star Wars Saints
Patrick King's 'Imperial Saints' Shows Stormtroopers in a New Light
Trend Themes
1. Religious Fan Art - Opportunities for disruption include creating merchandise and collectibles based on religiously-themed fan art or partnering with religious organizations to promote such art.
2. Reimagined Iconography - Opportunities for disruptive innovation include reimagining classic iconography in new and creative ways, such as turning stormtrooper helmets into holy relics.
3. Pop Culture Spirituality - Opportunities for disruptive innovation include exploring the intersection of spirituality and pop culture, such as creating pop culture-themed holy relics or incorporating pop culture references into religious practices.
Industry Implications
1. Fan Merchandise - There is potential for the fan merchandise industry to expand its offerings by incorporating religiously-themed fan art and collectibles.
2. Religious Organizations - Religious organizations could explore using pop culture-themed merchandise and imagery to engage younger audiences and appeal to fans of properties like Star Wars.
3. Art and Design - Artists and designers could experiment with reimagining traditional iconography in new and unexpected ways, incorporating elements from popular culture and media franchises like Star Wars.