Artist Andrew Kolb's wooden cutout series entitled Two of a Kind takes famous pairs from popular culture and immortalizes them in these funny little sculptures. The artist realized that the people liked to see a pair of people -- one being somewhat rotund and short with someone more slender and taller. According to the artist via his website, "It's the making of entertainment gold!"
These funny wooden figures exist to express in the recurring trend of such a pair in comedy history and done in the medium of a vintage toy to attract collectors. Kolb's Two of a Kind collection includes famous duos like Legolas and Gimli, Wario and Walugi and even Barney and Betty Rubble. What remains to be seen is why such a physical pairing is so appealing to the masses.
Woodcut Icon Duos
The Two of a Kind Series Immortalizes Icons With Wooden Figures
Trend Themes
1. Recurring Comedy Pairs - Opportunity for creating comedy duos in various mediums, such as sculpture or animation, that resonate with audiences.
2. Vintage Toy Revival - Potential for revitalizing retro toy designs, like wooden cutouts, to tap into nostalgia and attract collectors.
3. Appeal of Physical Pairing - Exploration of why physical pairings, with contrasting characteristics, evoke strong attraction and interest.
Industry Implications
1. Art and Sculpture - Opportunity for artists and sculptors to create unique and humorous duos through different artistic techniques.
2. Collectibles and Memorabilia - Space for the production and sale of limited-edition collectibles related to iconic pairs, targeting fans and collectors.
3. Entertainment and Comedy - Potential for comedians, writers, and filmmakers to develop and showcase comedy duos that play on contrasting physical qualities.