# Symbolic Music Icon Illustrations Jonathan Zawada Creates Art Works Inspired by Michael Jackson By Jana Pijak | Published 2014-06-07 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/art-works References: [zawada.au](http://zawada.com.au/design/2012/12/world-of-lemon/) & [worldoflemon](http://www.worldoflemon.com/) Australian visual artist Jonathan Zawada has been commissioned to create this set of Michael Jackson art works for World of Lemon's "King of Pop" issue. Despite of his death, Michael Jackson continues to influence popular culture and will always be one of the most recognized musical icons of our time. In celebration of his latest album release "Xscape" and his single with Justin Timberlake entitled "Love Never Felt so Good", World of Lemon's latest issue celebrates the life and career of the deceased star. Inspired by Jackson's icon status, these [illustrated art works](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/joy-artist-capsule) feature three powerful images that are symbolic to the singer. While one of the images depicts the star's [iconic studded glove accessory](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/susan-kare), another features a surgery scalpel. Lastly, the set's most memorable image is a [roman-inspired bust](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keff-joons) of the star that includes a broken nose accent, mirroring Jackson's real-life failed cosmetic surgery procedures. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.3/10 - Popularity: 77% | Activity: 75% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Live Arts](https://www.trendhunter.com/livearts) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Pop Culture Art:** Visual artists are creating iconic artworks based on popular culture figures, offering new opportunities for commercialization and merchandise. - **Symbolic Iconography:** Artworks featuring symbolic imagery from popular figures are growing popular and are being seen as a way of representing the person in a more nuanced and interesting way. - **Cultural Legacy Celebration:** As famous figures pass away, celebrating their legacy and influence remains a viable and valuable market opportunity for commemorating their achievements. ### Who This Affects Most - **Art and Design:** Art and design firms are well-positioned to take advantage of increasing interest in pop culture-inspired artworks that are gaining popularity and recognition. - **Publishing:** Publishers and magazines are increasingly looking for innovative ways to commemorate cultural icons, and opportunities exist for creating unique content in this space. - **Merchandising:** As popularity of iconic figures continues long after their deaths, merchandise that pays homage to their legacy presents a viable opportunity for companies in the merchandising space. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Collectable Singer-Honoring Coins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/george-michael-coin.md) - [Iconic Band Apparel Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/freaks-store-2.md) - [Collaborative Artful Runway Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/michael-clark.md) - [Maximalist Pop Art Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keiichi-tanaami.md) - [Collaborative Designer Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/just-like-heaven-art-exhibition.md) - [Collectible Historical Figurines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thrilljoy-pix.md) - [Pop Art Legend-Honoring Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keiichi-tanaami-1.md) - [Pop Culture Candy Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/album-art-packaging.md) - [Whimsical Soccer-Themed Illustrations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soccerthemed-illustrations.md)