# Artist Death Illustrations These Laurina Paperina Characters Take Revenge on Their Creators By Matt Ho | Published 2011-02-11 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/laurina-paperina References: [whokilledbambi](http://www.whokilledbambi.co.uk/2011/02/laurina-paperina/) & [laurinapaperina](http://www.laurinapaperina.com/drawings--paintings/how-to-kill-the-artists-/) The Pink Panther is not happy with [Jeff Koons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/balloon-dog) and that clearly shows in Laurina Paperina’s hilarious artwork. Laurina Paperina’s ‘How To Kill The Artists’ is a humorous take on pop-cultural/artistic characters committing acts of violence. Most images depict popular characters taking revenge their artists. It’s like seeing a celebrity getting sick of stardom (only homicide seems to be the drug of choice). From a [rat strangling Banksy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/killer-napkins) to [Takashi Murakami](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superflat-animation) getting spanked, these guys are mad at the status they’ve gotten and want their life back. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 32% | Activity: 69% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Modern](https://www.trendhunter.com/modern) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Artistic Revenge:** Opportunity for artists and creatives to explore subversive and provocative ways of expressing dissatisfaction with their industry and status. - **Humorous Artwork:** Growing demand for humorous and satirical artwork that challenges established artistic figures and norms. - **Celebrity Disillusionment:** Exploring the disillusionment and consequences of fame and celebrity culture through creative mediums. ### Where This Applies - **Art and Design:** Artists and designers can leverage subversion and satire to disrupt traditional artistic norms and challenge the industry. - **Entertainment and Media:** Opportunity to create humorous and thought-provoking content that challenges celebrity worship and offers a fresh perspective. - **Cultural Commentary:** Use creative mediums to critique and reflect on the consequences and realities of fame in modern society. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Playful Balloon Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keff-joons.md) - [Apocalypse Post Pandemic Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contemporary-urban-art.md) - [Anime Horror-Style Reimaginations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/junji-ito-artwork.md) - [Spoof Sparkling Water Cans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/can-of-art.md) - [Collectible Historical Figurines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thrilljoy-pix.md) - [Glamorous Artful Bronze Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sweet-jane.md) - [Deconstructed Pop Art NFTs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/matt-gondek.md) - [Character Crossover Figures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skullpanda-x-sanrio.md) - [Digital Archetype Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christian-rex-van-minnen-1.md)