# Cutesy Game Avatar Art Andrew Wilson Depicts Classic Nintendo Characters in a Pseudo-3D Style By Jason Soy | Published 2012-04-18 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/andrew-wilson References: [rampagedreality](http://rampagedreality.com/post/21033372344/awilgamingga) & [fourthwish](http://www.fourthwish.com/) There’s definitely something about these Andrew Wilson illustrations that tickle viewers’ eyes in a peculiar and pleasurable manner. Audiences may be quick to credit Wilson’s vibrant depictions of classic [Nintendo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/protohologram) characters as the trigger for the euphoric feelings they are experiencing, but that’s inaccurate as other artists’ renderings don’t quite have the same effect. Personally, I believe it’s his distinct and rigid use of the ¾ perspective. Andrew Wilson’s paintings of Super Mario Bros., Metroid and Legend of Zelda characters all adhere to the same set of conditions: each game avatar is presented in a ¾ shot with a light source coming from the upper right corner. As such, when sifting through these images, viewers almost feel as though the subjects are interacting in the same environment, much like a video game. This creates a pseudo-3D effect that’s inventive and distinct to these particular Wilson illustrations. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.4/10 - Popularity: 80% | Activity: 73% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/games) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Pseudo-3d Game Avatar Art:** Opportunity for artists to explore creating game avatar art using the ¾ perspective technique and a consistent light source to create a pseudo-3D effect. - **Distinct Artistic Style for Gaming Characters:** Opportunity for artists to create their distinct style for classic gaming characters while still adhering to the recognizable traits that make them iconic. - **Nostalgic Gaming Art:** Opportunity for artists to create nostalgic gaming art that elicits feelings of euphoria and nostalgia amongst audiences. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Gaming:** The gaming industry can leverage unique and innovative game avatar art to enhance their games' user experience. - **Art:** The art industry can explore creating and selling nostalgic gaming art to tap into a market that values pop culture and nostalgia. - **Merchandising:** The merchandising industry can take classic gaming characters and turn them into consumer products with unique and distinct style to appeal to a broad audience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Holographic Video Game Characters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/protohologram.md) - [Haunting Gaming Adventures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hauntii-xbox-game.md) - [Nostalgic 3D-Printed Arcade Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arcade-clock.md) - [Nostalgic 90s-Inspired Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/analogue-3d-funtastic.md) - [Nostalgic Gaming Console Radios](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-radio.md) - [Colorful Retro Pixel Mirrors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paint-mirror.md) - [Video Game-Inspired Hovercrafts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mario-kart-hovercraft.md) - [Artistic Game-Inspired Figures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/louis-de-guzman-1.md) - [Brick Toy Revivals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/game-boy-set.md)