Artist Erika Iris has made classic video game characters come to life in her 'Ghost in the Machine' series. These awesome pieces would make a great addition to any geek's home. Iris created each piece from retro Nintendo controllers and wires. The pieces are currently on display in Princeton, New Jersey at Triumph Brewery for her solo exhibition.
Iris has created several pieces and they all have a very nostalgic feel to them. Each piece is created using a NES controller and its cord. The different pieces include, PAC-MAN, Mario, A Mario Mushroom and Zelda.
Each piece is selling for $2,000; so if you're a wealthy nerd searching for a great piece of art that reflects that, you should definitely check the series out.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Arcade Art
- Creating art installations from retro arcade gaming components presents an opportunity for artists and marketers to generate nostalgic appeal and target the gaming subculture.
- Retro Gaming Decor
- The rise of retro gaming decor presents an opportunity for entrepreneurs to develop niche interior decor products that target the gaming subculture's nostalgia.
- Tech-inspired Art
- The fusion of technology and art presents an opportunity for artists and marketers to create unconventional and innovative art installations that appeal to both tech enthusiasts and art lovers.
Where This Applies
- Art
- The art industry can explore showcasing more tech-inspired and arcade-inspired artists and tap into the nostalgia and memories tied to these retro products from the gaming subculture.
- Marketing
- Marketing firms can leverage the arcade art trend to create unconventional and memorable campaigns that target the gaming subculture and evoke nostalgia in their audience.
- Interior Design
- The interior design industry can develop product lines that cater to the growing interest in retro gaming decor and capitalize on this nostalgic trend to appeal to a specialized audience.
