Benjamin Franklin was definitely a hipster in his time. Or maybe these bizarre banknotes found on 'Make your Franklin' are communicating a much more profound message.
Make your Franklin is a self-described community project that encourages artists to reflect on the world and "re-create a symbol of modern society: the $100 banknote." Anyone with artistic ability is encouraged to participate, and from the entries that currently exist on its website, it seems it already has recreated many banknotes. It's not uncommon to find poorly executed doodles in Make your Franklin's online gallery, but more often than not, you'll find the works of talented individuals.
Though these re-designed banknotes are hilarious in nature, they often offer unique and provocative social criticisms. Among the most popular themes used in these re-designed banknotes are corporations, celebrities and current affairs.
Hipster Pop Art Currency
'Make Your Franklin' Lets Artists Design Their Own $100 Bill
Trend Themes
1. Banknote Redesign - Opportunity for artists to redesign banknotes and offer unique and provocative social criticisms.
2. Community Art Projects - Increasing popularity of community projects that encourage artists to reflect on society through their artwork.
3. Art as Social Commentary - Growing trend of using art to communicate social criticisms and explore current affairs.
Industry Implications
1. Art and Design - Artists and designers can leverage the trend of banknote redesign to create unique and thought-provoking artwork.
2. Printing and Manufacturing - Printing and manufacturing companies can tap into the demand for customized banknote production for artists and collectors.
3. Social Awareness and Activism - Organizations focused on raising social awareness and fostering activism can collaborate with artists using their artwork to communicate important messages.