# Transformed Classicism Famous artworks are recreated to appeal to the present-day audience. By [Joanne Lam](https://www.trendhunter.com/joanne), Senior Editor | Published May 13, 2011, updated May 18, 2011 | Category: [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/pop-culture-and-internet-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/classic-art-revamps-famous-artworks-are-transformed-to ## Key Figures - Trend score: 5.0/10 - Evidence articles: 8 ## What is the Transformed Classicism trend? **Transformed Classicism:** By giving classic artworks a contemporary twist, artists and designers alike are changing the look and feel of famous pieces to appeal to a new generation of art enthusiasts. Through such revamps, any classic work or product can become more relatable to the modern-day audience and allow individuals to renew their appreciation for items from eras past in completely different ways. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 8 featured examples - Articles from: May 25, 2010 to May 17, 2011 - Published: May 13, 2011 - Patterns: [Convergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/convergence), [Divergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/divergence) - Megatrends: [Hybridization](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/hybridization) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Themes within the Transformed Classicism trend ### Contemporary Twist on Classic Works Giving classic artworks a contemporary twist to appeal to a new generation of art enthusiasts opens up opportunities for creative collaborations and licensing deals. ### Artistic Fusion of Classical and Pop Culture Exploring the fusion of classical and pop culture elements in art to create something entirely new and accessible can lead to exciting opportunities in branding and marketing. ### Humorous Interpretation of Famous Art Interpreting classic works of art with humor or satire can add a lighthearted touch to familiar masterpieces and lead to opportunities in merchandise or exhibit design. ## What the Transformed Classicism trend means for industry ### For Art and Design This industry stands to benefit the most from new innovations in artistic expression and engagement. ### For Fashion and Apparel Taking inspiration from classic art to create fashion pieces presents a unique opportunity for merging creativity and culture. ### For Marketing and Advertising Transforming famous art into marketing campaigns can bring attention to iconic works while keeping them relevant to current trends. ## Trend signals for Transformed Classicism Trend score 5.0 out of 10, from popularity 65%, activity 78%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 65% - Activity: 78% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Transformed Classicism trend 8 featured examples from May 25, 2010 to May 17, 2011. - [Abstract Street Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/abstract-street-art): This Collection of Kenny Random Graffiti Features Quirky Portraits (Category: Art & Design) Implication: The art and culture industry can embrace the disruption of traditional art forms by investing in and promoting abstract street art as an innovative form of expression. - [Deviant Duckified Masterpieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/duckomenta): Duckomenta Takes Great Pop Art and Gives It an Avian Twist (Category: Pop Culture) Implication: Art and history museums have the potential to attract wider audiences with exhibits and installations that incorporate imaginative themes and interactive designs. - [Infamous Artist Frocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/venus-in-sequins): The 'Venus In Sequins' Collection Pays Tribute to Great Artists (Category: Fashion) Implication: The fashion industry has the opportunity to leverage limited edition collections and art-inspired designs to attract niche markets and create unique brand experiences. - [Polo Shirt Self-Portraits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/onward-kashiyama-co): The Van Gogh Mosaic from Onward Kashiyama Co. is a Preppy Piece of Art (Category: Fashion) Implication: The fashion industry can integrate art-inspired designs into their collections and create buzz around their brand. - [Miniaturized Famous Paintings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tilt-shift-van-gogh): The 'Tilt-Shift Van Gogh' Series Brings Life to Static Images (Category: Fashion) Implication: The integration of innovative techniques like tilt-shift photography opens up new possibilities for artistic expression. - [Catastrophic Classic Canvases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/impressionist-travelart-ads): These Impressionist Travelart Ads Encourage Cultural Excursions (Category: Marketing) Implication: Disruptive marketing techniques can be identified for companies in the advertising industry by using classic artwork as a promotion tool. - [Revamped Revolutionary Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/serena-malyon): Tilt Shift Van Gogh by Serena Malyon is a Photoshopped Classic (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Artists, designers, and software developers can collaborate to create new tools, software, and platforms that cater to the growing demand for digital art enhancements and innovati… - [Remixing Pop Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jeroan-van-eerden-andy-warhol): The Jeroan van Eerden 'Andy Warhol Experiment' Revives Classic Works (Category: Art & Design) Implication: The art and design industry can leverage the trend of pop-art remixing to create new collections and engage with a broader audience. ## Recent trend clusters - [Sugar Moderation](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/sugar-moderation) (Lifestyle) - [Luxury Electrification](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/luxury-electrification) (Autos) - [Effortless Rounds](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/golf-training-devices) (Lifestyle) - [Flavor Rotation](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/rotating-bakery-menu) (Lifestyle) ## Trending in Pop Culture - [Influencer-Curated Cafe Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kit-keenan) - [MIami Pop-Culture Shirts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miami-pop-culture-shirts) - [Makeup Artist Jewelry Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pandora-x-pat-mcgrath) - 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