Black and white portraits may have been fine decades ago, but they’re pretty bland by today’s standards, which is why Mason London decided to dress up iconic photographs with vibrantly colored cartoon clothing. The results are hilarious depictions of people like Albert Einstein rocking some threads you’d see on a hip hop MC or Elizabeth Taylor eating an ice cream sandwich, looking as though she’s ready to attend a block party. A personal favorite is Winston Churchill dressed like a pimp while also wearing boy shorts and a baseball cap.
Not much information is available on Mason London, though he is based in London. He has a personal Tumblr page in which he uploads his artistic endeavors. Music and cinema seem to be a major influences on the budding graphic designer.
What Makes This Trend Stand Out
- Colorful Portraits
- Opportunity for artists and photographers to add vibrancy and modernity to traditional black and white portraits.
- Artistic Remixing
- Potential for artists to remix and reimagine classic photographs by adding unexpected and playful elements.
- Pop Culture Fusion
- Chance to combine historical figures with contemporary pop culture references to create humorous and visually engaging artwork.
Sectors Adopting This
- Art and Photography
- The art and photography industry can benefit from incorporating new techniques and styles to attract modern audiences.
- Graphic Design
- Graphic designers can explore innovative ways to remix and transform traditional visuals to create unique and captivating designs.
- Online Content Creation
- Online creators and influencers can incorporate colorful and fun artwork into their content to enhance engagement and entertainment value.
