Samuel Bernard has made Superman, The Flash, Batman and The Thing barely recognizable in his ‘Abstract Superhero’ series. The subjects of this series might not be obvious at a first glance, but there are elements that Bernard includes to make them identifiable.
The pieces reduce the famed comic book heroes to fragmented shapes that make the characters seem as if their poses have been captured amidst the chaos of an earthquake that is shaking the ground beneath them. Although hints of the superheroes' emblems can be seen, the coloring and stature of the figures are better identifiers of these characters.
Samuel Bernard has previously explored abstraction and pixelation in his art, and although fragmented, these works make a strong collection as a whole.
Fragmented Superhero Portraits
Samuel Bernard’s Series Distorts Comic Book Heroes
Trend Themes
1. Abstract Superhero Art - Opportunities for artists to create unique and modern representations of classic superhero characters through abstract forms and fragmented shapes.
2. Pixelated Artwork - Use of pixelation and distortion as a trend in modern art to create unique and visually striking pieces.
3. Chaos and Movement in Artwork - Incorporation of movement and chaos into traditional artwork to create a sense of energy and dynamism.
Industry Implications
1. Art and Design - Opportunities for designers and artists to create new and unique pieces that break away from traditional representations of superheroes.
2. Visual Arts and Print Media - Use of new printing techniques and technologies to create visually stunning and high-quality prints of abstract and pixelated artwork.
3. Comic Book and Entertainment - Production of new and innovative comic books or TV shows/movies that incorporate abstract and fragmented representations of superheroes in unique and creative ways.