If you grew up in the golden age of arcades alongside classic video games like Mortal Kombat, Street Fighter and Final Fight, then this pixel painting of Street Fighter II's start up screen will give you a real kick.
The pixel painting was done painstakingly by hand over 800 hours on three canvases. When Street Fighter II started off, the camera would point at the top of a nondescript building before zooming down to street level to show two guys about to engage in fisticuffs. The pixel painting by Maya Pixelskaya comes on three canvases, each of which is a square foot in dimension. The impressive final product was achieved by printing a grid onto the canvas and then painting in each block of the grid by hand, one by one.
Retro Arcade Game Paintings
This Street Fighter Pixel Painting Will Make You Want to Insert a Coin
Trend Themes
1. Retro Gaming Art - Opportunities exist for artists to fill the nostalgia of people who grew up in the golden age of arcades with creative pixel art pieces.
2. Handcrafted Art - In an age where everything is digital, handmade pieces are a welcome addition and can tap into a market of those looking for bespoke artwork.
3. Pixel Art - The detail and complexity of pixel art is impressive and offers a unique medium for artists to create innovative and eye-catching works.
Industry Implications
1. Art - Artists can utilize pixel art to create retro gaming pieces and attract a niche demographic of gamers looking to showcase their love for classic video games.
2. Gaming - Companies can introduce classic arcade games or offer throwback merchandise to take advantage of the current nostalgia for retro video games.
3. Home Decor - The rise of unique and personalised home decor can offer a chance for companies or artists to showcase creative handmade crafts and pixel art like the retro arcade paintings.