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# Biblical Shoe Campaigns
Tomo Kembery Recreates Iconic Christian Art for God is a DJ by PUMA

By Michael Hines | Published 2011-04-03 | Fashion
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/god-is-a-dj
References: [photographyserved](http://www.photographyserved.com/gallery/God-Is-a-DJ/878537) & [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/tomocreative/frame)

TOMO Kembery may piss off some Christians with God is a DJ, a religious-themed photo shoot for PUMA. God is a DJ recreates several iconic Christian-inspired artworks including The Creation of Adam and The Last Supper in an attempt to advertise PUMA shoes.

Religious advertising is always tricky to negotiate: You don't want to make people mad, but you also don't want to skew too conservative. I think TOMO Kembery did a pretty good job with 'God Is a DJ.' None of the shots are offensive, and it is actually kind of nice to see a fresh face put on all of these classical works of art. Just in case you were wondering, the footwear in this shoot is also spot on.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 4.5/10
- Popularity: 69% | Activity: 59% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### What's Driving This Trend

- **Religious-themed Advertising:** There is an opportunity for brands to explore religious-inspired advertising campaigns while being respectful and creative.
- **Recreating Iconic Artworks:** Brands can consider recreating famous artworks as a way to engage customers and create a unique visual experience.
- **Conservative Yet Refreshing Advertising:** There is opportunity for brands to strike a balance between conservative and refreshing advertising approaches, appealing to diverse audiences without causing offense.

### Who This Affects Most

- **Fashion Footwear:** Fashion footwear brands can explore religious-inspired shoe campaigns as a way to create a buzz and connect with consumers on a deeper level.
- **Art and Photography:** The art and photography industry can collaborate with brands to recreate iconic artworks for advertising campaigns, adding a new twist to classical pieces.
- **Advertising and Marketing:** Advertising agencies and marketing professionals can help brands navigate the sensitive terrain of religious advertising, creating campaigns that are both attention-grabbing and respectful.

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