Bringing the Greek back to the games, this 'Olympians' comic by Grant Snider is funny and well-made.
Showing what the Olympics might look like if Greek mythology played a stronger role, this very literal comic features Cerberus, centaurs and even Cyclops. Though the reality of these creatures making an appearance at the games would be horrific to say the least, the comic has a light feel to it which makes it all the more enjoyable to look at.
The drawing, like much of Grant Snider's other work, is whimsical and not over-thought. Showing his talent without being overly complex, this piece shows why Snider has been so successful as a cartoonist worthy of viral status.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Myth-based Sports Content
- The fusion of Greek mythology and sports is a rising trend that opens opportunities for using classic figures in modern sports content.
- Whimsical Illustration in Comics
- The use of simple, yet well-crafted and imaginative images in comics and graphic novels creates disruption opportunities for the industry by appealing to a younger, modern audience.
- Humorous Art for Viral Engagement
- Creating amusing and clever art pieces like 'Olympians' opens up disruption possibilities for digital marketing content, effective for expanding brand reach and engagement especially with younger audiences.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Sports
- Using myth-based sports content opens opportunities for events, merchandise, and marketing efforts aimed at fans interested in a creative and alternative take on sports.
- Publishing
- Embracing the trend of whimsical and imaginative illustration in comics and graphic novels creates disruption opportunities in the publishing industry by reaching new audiences and reinvigorating traditional mediums.
- Digital Marketing
- The production of viral and humorous digital art, like 'Olympians', creates disruptive marketing opportunities by expanding brand reach, increasing engagement through shareability, and captivating younger, social media-savvy audiences.
