# Stained Glass Princesses Mandie Manzano Beautifully Re-Imagines Disney Characters By Meghan Young | Published 2011-11-16 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mandie-manzano References: [neatorama](http://www.neatorama.com/2011/11/14/mandie-manzanos-stained-glass-illustrations-of-disney-characters/) & [mandiemanzano.tumblr](http://mandiemanzano.tumblr.com/) [Disney](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-enchanting-collection) princess products are not uncommon, and visual artist Mandie Manzano offers the latest addition to these beloved characters. The artist re-imagines these classic cartoon characters through illustration, and puts a rather unique spin on her work. The result is a set of stunning [stained glass mosaics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glass-portraits) that really memorialize the beauty of each of these iconic princesses. From Sleeping Beauty to The Little Mermaid and even The Corpse Bride, Mandie Manzano leaves no Disney character behind. What is particular amazing about each work of art is how vibrant the jewel-tones are, giving them a realistic aesthetic. Manzano does a great job at putting a unique spin on such iconic characters, a tough feat considering their prevalence in pop culture. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.1/10 - Popularity: 91% | Activity: 84% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Stained Glass Art:** Opportunity for artists to explore the use of stained glass techniques to create unique and vibrant artwork. - **Re-imagined Characters:** Chance for artists to put their own spin on iconic characters and breathe new life into traditional portrayals. - **Realistic Aesthetics:** Demand for artwork that captures the beauty and realism of characters, using vibrant jewel-tones to create visually stunning pieces. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Art and Design:** The art industry can embrace stained glass art and encourage artists to experiment with new techniques and styles. - **Entertainment:** Opportunity for entertainment companies to collaborate with artists to create unique merchandise featuring re-imagined characters. - **Home Decor:** Market for home decor products that incorporate stained glass art, adding a touch of vibrant and realistic aesthetics to living spaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Fairytale-Inspired Fragrances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-enchanting-collection.md) - [Enchanting Classic-Animation-Inspired Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/girls-crew.md) - [Diverse African Doll Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/creativesoul.md) - [Dairytale Bridal Tributes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/disney-wedding-dresses-1.md) - [Whimsical Character-Inspired Statement Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aldo-x-disney.md) - [Princess-Themed Lip Glosses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultra-glossy-lip.md) - [Soft-Colored Disney Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cinderella-capsule.md) - [Couture Collector Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/viktorrolf-x-disney.md) - [Villainous Bridal Gowns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allure-bridals-disney-bridal-gowns.md)