# Eye-Popping Icon Paintings Icon Iconoclast by Beezy Bailey Embraces Liberty and Madiba's Leg By Wesley Grant | Published 2011-05-06 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/icon-iconoclast-by-beezy-bailey References: [designindaba](http://www.designindaba.com/news-snippet/madiba-legacy) If you have no idea who Madiba is, he is the father of a free South Africa, the country’s biggest living icon, and Icon Iconoclast by Beezy Bailey presents his journey and legacy in a [series of vibrant paintings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/art-in-motion-exhibition). Breezy’s series is inspired by the [silkscreen images by Andy Warhol](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/joopiter) of popular icons like Marilyn Monroe. Combing wild paint styles and the South African rainbow nation concept, Breezy captures Madiba in a chain of unique images. From Madiba being portrayed in multiple colors to standing in his famous boxing stance outside Robben Island prison, the paintings bring inspiring messages and will be [showcased at the Everard Read Gallery](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beau-mccall) in Johannesburg from May 5 to June 16, 2011. The photographs used are those taken by Bob Gosani before Madiba’s imprisonment, and by Benny Gool, taken after his release. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.8/10 - Popularity: 58% | Activity: 48% | 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) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/stylephotography) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Vibrant Icon Paintings:** Creating vibrant paintings of iconic figures can spark interest and inspire people. - **Silkscreen Inspired Art:** Taking inspiration from the silkscreen techniques of Andy Warhol can evolve and innovate painting styles. - **Legacy and Journey Depictions:** Providing unique and stylized depictions of a person's journey and legacy can make art more meaningful. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Art:** The art industry can benefit from creating unique styles such as vibrant paintings inspired by silkscreen techniques. - **Photography:** Using old and new photographs as inspiration for unique artwork can disrupt and add value to the photography industry. - **Tourism:** Showcasing inspiring and meaningful artwork in galleries can increase tourism and create economic opportunities. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Glass Beaded Intricate Artworks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/painting-exhibition.md) - [Travel-Inspired Canvas Paintings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-passport-series.md) - [Pop Art-Style Blocked Portraits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-in-red.md) - [African Identity-Inspired Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/african-identity.md) - [Public Art Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paul-anthony-smith.md) - [Artful Motion Toy Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nina-chanel-abney-bravo.md) - [Immigration System-Inspired Artworks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/passport-series.md) - [Uniquely Designed Artistic Wallpapers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artistic-wallpaper.md) - [Accessible Limited-Edition Print Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/limitededition-print-series.md)