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# Superimposed Monster Art
Marty Cooper's Art Inserts Monsters & Critters into Everyday Environments

By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2014-03-17 | Social Media
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marty-cooper
References: [sploid.gizmodo](http://sploid.gizmodo.com/artist-inserts-his-hilarious-monster-drawings-into-real-1543628379/@caseychan) & [instagram](http://instagram.com/hombre_mcsteez)

Artist Marty Cooper has come up with a truly ingenious way of transforming photographs of mundane everyday scenes into hilarious and creative works of art. His funny and imaginative art is on display on his [Instagram](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-generated-world) account.

Cooper works by identifying a boring everyday scene that he wants to manipulate. He then takes a transparent sheet and, using white ink, draws an image of a [small monster](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smashers-horror-house) or otherwise cute or creepy critter. By placing the transparent sheet in front of a random object, Cooper creates the [hilarious illusion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jeffrey-deitch-art-gallery) that his critter creation is superimposed onto the environment.

One of his creative manipulations involves a drawing of a frog-like creature sticking its tongue out, as frogs do while catching insects. The image was held up on what seems to be a bridge overlooking the highway, to make it look like a frog-like monster was eating cars on the highway. Another highlight is what can only be described as a blob-like monster guzzling gas from a gas station.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 4.9/10
- Popularity: 58% | Activity: 81% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America

## Categories

[Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Social Media](https://www.trendhunter.com/socialmedia)

## Key Themes

### Key Themes Behind This Trend

- **Superimposed Monster Art:** Using transparent sheets and white ink, artists can modify everyday scenes to include monsters and other creatures in a creative and humorous way.
- **Augmented Reality Art:** Artists can use augmented reality technology to place digital artwork into physical environments to create interactive and immersive experiences.
- **Mixed Media Art:** By combining traditional art forms with digital manipulation, artists can create unique and innovative works that bridge the gap between physical and digital art.

### Where This Applies

- **Advertising and Marketing:** Brands can utilize superimposed monster art to create eye-catching and shareable ads that stand out in a crowded marketplace.
- **Entertainment:** Film and television studios can use augmented reality art to promote upcoming movies and TV shows by creating immersive experiences for fans.
- **Fine Arts:** Art galleries and museums can showcase mixed media art exhibits that push the boundaries of traditional art forms and challenge viewers' perceptions of what art can be.

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