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Sci-Fi Icon Mashups

Ceth Stifel Redraws Disney and Star Wars With His 'Star Tours'

— July 4, 2011 — Art & Design
deviantARTIST Ceth Stifel has tapped into his mashup creativity with his series named 'Star Tours.'

The series was originally intended as a gift for his brother. Instead of just incorporating the main characters from Disney, Ceth Stifel has used characters such as Snow White and the Seven Dwarves to illustrate his unique ideas. The 'Star Tours' illustrations include Darth Alice from Alice in Wonderland, Chip and Dale as Chewbacca and Donald Duck as Boba Fett.

Ceth Stifel's series is a must-see for any Star Wars fanatic.

Implications - Pop culture icons, such as Disney and Star Wars characters open up the opportunity for artists to get creative. By creating a mashup, the artist manages to capture two different audiences at the same time and may open viewers to new experiences, creating a positive relationship.
Trend Themes
1. Pop Culture Mashup Art - Creating mashups of popular culture icons offers artists the opportunity to engage multiple audiences and facilitate positive relationships.
2. Creative Character Illustrations - Incorporating existing characters in unique and unconventional ways can create engaging and thought-provoking artwork.
3. Crossover Fan Culture - The intersection of different fan cultures allows for the creation of unique and innovative content that appeals to new and existing audiences alike.
Industry Implications
1. Art and Design - The art world can capitalize on the popularity of crossover fan culture by featuring mashup art in galleries and exhibitions.
2. Entertainment and Media - TV shows, movies, and other media forms can incorporate mashup characters into their content for new and existing fans.
3. Merchandising and Retail - Companies can license mashup characters and designs to create new and innovative products for fans of different popular culture icons.
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