Tumblr artist 'Fly Art Productions' reimagines famous paintings by infusing them with popular hip-hop lyrics. While several artists have sought to reinterpret classical works of art, this series puts a musical twist on the iconic images. Although you won't find these works in any museum, they offer a unique take on two very different artistic mediums.
To create the rap-inspired illustrations, the artist begins by selecting classical works of art from painters such as Magritte and Botticelli. He then brands these famous images with hip-hop lyrics that correspond to the theme of each painting. These lyrics are taken from a number of popular hip-hop artists, including Drake, Kendrick Lamar and Big Sean. By blending old word paintings with contemporary music, the artist manages to merge two completely different styles of artwork.
What Makes This Trend Stand Out
- Hip-hop Art
- Blending classical paintings with rap lyrics presents a new form of visual art.
- Crossovers
- The trend of merging different artistic styles has created a unique form of expression.
- Social Media Art
- Sharing artistically infused images on social media platforms is opening up new markets for creative expressions.
Sectors Adopting This
- Art
- Merging different art styles can create new art forms that appeal to different audiences.
- Music
- Art infused with popular music lyrics can draw more attention and create new streams of revenue for the music industry.
- Technology
- Using digital tools to create and share art on social media platforms has disrupted traditional art galleries and museums.
