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Interpreting Obama

Artists and Photoshoppers Render Variations on the New President

— January 29, 2009 — Social Good
The fresh President of the United States, Barack Obama, is an inspiration. Stand-up comedians are waiting to be inspired on how to best portray his mannerisms, but the artist/comedians have had a great old time portraying Obama in a variety of roles, the scariest of which is a Bush/Cheney/Obama mashup.

This is art? I mean, this is art!

Implications - Technology has made it easier than ever for artists of all walks of life to reinterpret pop culture as they see fit, and these kinds of humorous experimentations often lead to viral Internet memes with extensive online exposure. As the future unfolds, expect to see more and more companies using this mischievously quirky form of art in their advertising campaigns.
Trend Themes
1. Reinterpreting Pop Culture - Artists are using technology to reinterpret pop culture in humorous and quirky ways, leading to viral Internet memes and potential opportunities for advertising campaigns.
2. Mashup Art - Artists are creating mashups of famous personalities, like the Barack Obama and Bush/Cheney mashup, which can inspire new forms of artistic expression and storytelling.
3. Online Exposure for Artists - With the increasing prevalence of online platforms, artists can gain extensive exposure for their work, allowing them to reach larger audiences and attract potential opportunities.
Industry Implications
1. Advertising - The advertising industry can leverage the popularity of viral Internet memes and quirky reinterpretations of pop culture to create engaging and memorable campaigns.
2. Art - The art industry can embrace mashup art and humorous reinterpretations of famous personalities, like Barack Obama, to foster creativity and explore new forms of artistic expression.
3. Technology - Technology companies can continue to develop innovative tools and platforms that empower artists to create and share their work, fueling the growth of online exposure and viral trends.
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