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Zombified Cartoon Characters

Artist Albert F. Montoya Turns Pop Culture Figures into Corpses

— May 29, 2014 — Pop Culture
Artist Albert F. Montoya creatively turns pop culture cartoon characters into eerie and decaying zombies in his recent illustrative series. The images turn happy-go-lucky cartoon personalities into darkly edgy corpses.

Montoya's creepy cartoon drawings showcases a darker side to TV characters. The drawings focus on illustrating characters like Bart Simpson, Zelda and Yoda with peeling skin, exposed bone and sagging skin as they slowly begin to turn into scary zombies. While these images are drastically different to how we're used to seeing these characters, it's a refreshing to see the darker side of cartoon characters.

Montoya's drawings seem to subvert the commonly accepted ideology that cartoon characters live on agelessly for generations by showcasing their bodies and faces as rotting corpses.
Trend Themes
1. Zombie Cartoon Characters - The trend of transforming popular cartoon characters into creepy and decaying zombies presents an opportunity for artists to showcase their creativity and tap into the popularity of the horror genre.
2. Exploring Darker Side of Pop Culture - The trend of illustrating cartoon characters in a dark and edgy manner opens up possibilities for artists to challenge traditional portrayals and attract audiences seeking unconventional and alternative forms of entertainment.
3. Subverting Cartoon Character Stereotypes - The trend of depicting beloved cartoon characters as rotting corpses challenges the perception of eternal youth and highlights the potential for storytelling that disrupts societal norms and expectations.
Industry Implications
1. Art and Illustration - The art and illustration industry can capitalize on the trend of zombified cartoon characters by offering custom artwork services, prints, and merchandise catering to fans of horror and alternative aesthetics.
2. Entertainment and Media - The entertainment and media industry can explore opportunities to produce animated shows, movies, and comics that delve into the darker aspects of pop culture icons, appealing to mature audiences seeking a fresh take on familiar characters.
3. Apparel and Merchandise - The apparel and merchandise industry can tap into the trend of zombified cartoon characters by creating clothing, accessories, and collectibles that appeal to fans of horror-themed pop culture art, providing a unique and edgy merchandise offering.
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