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Punchy Pop-Culture Depictions

Meghan Stratman Creates Vibrant Nostalgic Collages

— November 14, 2011 — Art & Design
These vibrant pop culture-soaked pieces are the handiwork of artist Meghan Stratman. Working with the medium of cut paper collage, Stratman creates arresting images that glorify some of the most beloved fictional characters of all time. Lovingly called the Nerd Love Project, Stratman gathers inspiration from sci-fi, horror films and cartoons of yesteryear. With this poignant subject matter in her corner, Meghan Stratman conjures up eye-catching work that makes the viewer instantly nostalgic.

Featuring everything from Harlequin from the 90s Batman: Animated Series to the many faces of Princess Leia, Meghan Stratman draws from a wealth of fan approved sources. Her work ranges from glowingly optimistic, to dark and somewhat foreboding, but no matter her mood, Stratman’s palette remains vivid and vibrant.

Sure to make you do a double take, Meghan Stratman’s work will make you long for Saturday morning cartoons and movies on cable TV.
Trend Themes
1. Cut Paper Collage Art - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the use of cut paper collage in advertising and marketing campaigns to create eye-catching visuals that evoke nostalgia.
2. Pop Culture Art - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop virtual reality experiences that allow viewers to interact with and explore pop culture art in immersive and engaging ways.
3. Nostalgia-inspired Art - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create subscription services that deliver curated collections of nostalgia-inspired art prints to customers' doorsteps.
Industry Implications
1. Art and Design - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate cut paper collage techniques into interior design to create unique and nostalgic wall decor.
2. Advertising and Marketing - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Collaborate with pop culture artists to create innovative advertising campaigns that resonate with nostalgic consumers.
3. Entertainment - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop virtual reality platforms that allow users to immerse themselves in nostalgic pop culture worlds and interact with beloved characters and settings.
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