# Surreal Human Playing Cards Christian Tagliavini's Cards Feature Human Models By Vasiliki Marapas | Published 2013-10-10 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christian-tagliavini-cards References: [faithistorment](http://www.faithistorment.com/2013/10/cards-photos-by-christian-tagliavini.html) & [christiantagliavini](http://www.christiantagliavini.com/) Christain Tagliavini’s ‘Card’ series features human models recreating old-fashioned [playing cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uno-harry-potter). The intricate, vintage-looking cards are made out of textiles and paper. The models sport [theatrical stage makeup](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keiichi-tanaami-1) to emulate the characters on the original cards. All the typical characters are represented and re-imagined – for instance, there’s a pensive looking joker, a solemn looking knight, and regal royal queens. The result is a surreal and imaginative art project. Tagliavini is no stranger to exploring different time periods – previously, he worked on a [renaissance-inspired photo series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artistedition-jigsaw-puzzles). Tagliavini clearly has a special appreciation for the past – but he’s not afraid to innovate and modernize it through his art. Any art lover or card-playing pro will enjoy this inventive series. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.0/10 - Popularity: 92% | Activity: 80% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/stylephotography) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Textile Art:** Opportunity for artists to use textiles to create unique and imaginative artwork. - **Reimagining Traditional Symbols:** Opportunity to reinterpret and modernize traditional symbols and images. - **Theatrical Makeup in Art:** Opportunity to incorporate theatrical makeup techniques into artistic creations for a striking visual impact. ### Where This Applies - **Art and Design:** Artists and designers can explore new mediums and techniques for their creations. - **Fashion and Textiles:** Fashion designers and textile manufacturers can collaborate to create unique and innovative products. - **Entertainment and Performance:** Performers and entertainers can incorporate theatrical makeup into their acts for a visually stunning performance. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Indie Game Playing Cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/balatro-playing-card-deck.md) - [Limited-Edition Playing Cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/limited-edition-playing-cards.md) - [Photographer-Collab Card Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artiste-series.md) - [Illustrative Artist-Collaborative Card Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shantell-martin-1.md) - [Mid-Century Modern Playing Cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eames-playing-cards.md) - [Structure Building Cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-of-cards-building-kit.md) - [Augmented Reality Tarot Cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/google-tarot-cards.md) - [Tarot Card Generators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tarot-card-art.md) - [Playing Cards-Inspired Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hito-table.md)