# Vibrant Gamer Illustrations Carlos Lerma Creates Stunning Re-Imagined Nintendo Characters By Paul Maccarone | Published 2013-09-15 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-characters References: [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/gallery/3NES-Super-Mario-Zelda-Metroid/10609261) & [lerms.net](http://www.lerms.net/) The [Nintendo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-radio) characters featured in Carlos Lerma's gamer artwork are completely transformed. The colorful series is a tribute to Super Mario, Zelda and Metroid. The vibrant style that Lerma uses creates a captivating effect that will having you exploring each detail. The series was created for a '3NES' show at the Bottleneck gallery. The images were formed as a tripitch design, which worked exceptionally well. Lerma's ability to re-imagine these [classic Nintendo characters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/analogue-3d-funtastic) showcases his creative imagination. The geometric patterns that he creates elevate the images in a way that's entirely unexpected. Lerma does a wonderful job capturing the playful essence of these [iconic video game characters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/super-mario-kart-set). This type of tribute serves as a spectacular way to combine the history of the games with a modern feel. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.9/10 - Popularity: 46% | Activity: 33% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% 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) > [Media](https://www.trendhunter.com/media) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Re-imagined Nintendo Characters:** Opportunity for artists and designers to create unique and vibrant interpretations of popular video game characters. - **Geometric Patterns in Art:** Potential for artists to incorporate geometric patterns in their artwork, bringing a fresh and unexpected element to their creations. - **Combining History and Modernity:** Opportunity to merge nostalgic elements with contemporary aesthetics, appealing to audiences who appreciate both the past and the present. ### Where This Applies - **Art and Design:** Artists and designers can leverage the trend of re-imagining Nintendo characters and incorporating geometric patterns to create captivating artwork that appeals to gamers and art enthusiasts. - **Gaming:** The gaming industry can explore opportunities to collaborate with artists who specialize in re-imagining video game characters, offering unique and visually appealing products to gamers. - **Pop Culture Merchandise:** The market for merchandise based on re-imagined Nintendo characters can thrive, offering a nostalgic yet contemporary range of products for fans of the franchise. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Nostalgic Gaming Console Radios](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-radio.md) - [Branded Gaming Hardware Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-phone-concept.md) - [Artistic Game-Inspired Figures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/louis-de-guzman-1.md) - [Brick Toy Revivals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/game-boy-set.md) - [Video Game-Inspired LEGO Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunscreen-mist.md) - [Video Game-Inspired Desserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mario-kart-cookie-cruiser.md) - [Personalized Artful Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nak-studio.md) - [Video Game-Themed Pixel Paintings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pixel-art-collection.md) - [Shapeshifting Gamer Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-game-boy-famicon.md)