When we think of the Disney princesses often times its the ageless version seen in the film that are beautifully contrasted by these Disney illustrations by the artist known as the pseudonym Life, Art and Times. These images showcase what the princesses would look like if they were their actual age today.
Life, Art and Times' hand drawn illustrations give viewers a slight rude awakening when it comes to their favorite animated characters by showcasing how time has aged their youthful appearances. The artist spares no special treatment giving these princesses wrinkles, fine lines and grey hair in a tasteful way. The princesses are dated on the basis of the film's airing and their assumed age and drawn accordingly. For example, Snow White would be 92 years old today and so she is shown with white hair.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Aging Characters
- Opportunity for companies to create nostalgic products for older demographics by showcasing familiar characters aged realistically over time.
- Realistic Illustration
- Opportunity for artists to create new interpretations of familiar characters by infusing realism into their illustrations.
- Nostalgia Marketing
- Opportunity for companies to target older demographics through nostalgia marketing by leveraging familiar characters aged realistically over time.
Where This Applies
- Animation
- Opportunity for animation companies to develop new content featuring beloved characters aged realistically over time for older audiences.
- Merchandising
- Opportunity for companies to create merchandise featuring beloved characters aged realistically over time for older demographics who are interested in nostalgia products.
- Art
- Opportunity for artists to showcase their talent by creating realistic illustrations of beloved characters aged over time.
