# Classical Gamer Still Lifes This Painting by Elizabeth Sherry Turns Mario Items into a Still Life By Alexander Lam | Published 2013-07-16 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elizabeth-sherry References: [geekologie](http://geekologie.com/2013/07/mario-power-ups-in-the-style-of-a-classi.php) & [lizustration.tumblr](http://lizustration.tumblr.com/post/54872175551/since-making-mock-classical-paintings-is-kind-of) A humorous painting by artist Elizabeth Sherry transforms items from the iconic Mario video game series into a still life. The pseudo-classical painting features power ups and inanimate objects used in the video game arranged into a familiar scene. Each object is laid out like a traditional still life. However, familiar items are replaced by fantastical Mario memorabilia. Sherry's game-based painting was created as a tribute to the Mario series. The artist was inspired to create the painting after noticing the abundance of flowers and vegetables used in the iconic video game. As a result, every item that Sherry used in the painting was featured in a Mario game. Items such as mushrooms, fire flowers and turtle shells were painted into the serene painting. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.0/10 - Popularity: 22% | Activity: 30% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Media](https://www.trendhunter.com/media) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Video Game Art:** There is potential for artists to create more artwork inspired by video games, opening up new possibilities for merchandise and gaming fan culture. - **Nostalgia Marketing:** Brands can tap into consumers' nostalgia for classic video games by incorporating iconic characters and imagery into their marketing campaigns. - **Pop Culture References:** Incorporating pop culture references into traditional art forms like still lifes can create a playful and engaging experience for viewers. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Gaming Merchandise:** Artwork based on classic video games can be used for merchandise and collectibles, capturing the interest of avid gamers and collectors alike. - **Fine Art:** Using modern video game imagery in traditional art forms could attract younger generations to the world of fine art and increase its relevance to contemporary culture. - **Social Media Content:** Creating art that incorporates popular culture can generate social media content that has shareable appeal and reaches a wider audience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Video Game-Inspired Homewares](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/super-mario-home-adventure-life.md) - [Video Game-Themed Pixel Paintings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pixel-art-collection.md) - [Video Game-Themed Sauces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/truffle-infused-hot-sauces.md) - [Gaming Console Coffee Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mario-cart-coffe-table.md) - [Game-Inspired Soap Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gameinspired-soap-collection.md) - [Video Game-Inspired Side Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pac-man-side-table.md) - [Gaming Star Toppers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/invincibility-star.md) - [Video Game-Inspired Hovercrafts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mario-kart-hovercraft.md) - [Video Game Travel Merchandise](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-super-mario-travel-items.md)