After engaging in over 20 years of Santa-styled self-portraiture, photographer Ed Wheeler decided to take things one step further with his 'Santa Classics' exhibit. Wheeler takes a trip back in time, stepping into some seriously famous art masterpieces dressed as the jolly gift-giver.
Wheeler was inspired by iconic images such as Sandro Botticelli' 'The Birth of Venus,' Henri Rousseau's 'The Dream' and Caravaggio's 'Supper at Emmaus.' The end result is a hilarious homage to the original works of art that can be enjoyed regardless of whether you've been naughty or nice.
The Philadelphia Museum of Art has published the images in a series of holiday cards, which would make a perfect card for any art enthusiasts with a sense of humor. The exhibit takes place on the first Friday of December at Bahdeebahdu and continues until the 21st.
Artistic Reinterpreted Holiday Art
'Santa Classics' Infuses Saint Nick into Famous Paintings
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