Artist Rik Reimert has created a series of celebrity portraits with the help of a Rotring Rapidograph. The high tech machine provides a constant flow of ink, allowing Reimert to piece together his images with ease.
Among the Hollywood names featured in Reimert's portfolio are Brad Pitt, Jamie Foxx, Bruce Willis and Benicio Del Toro. And while he does make use of the Rapidograph tool, he keeps his medium simple via basic paper. This notion of simplicity is one that he has come to eagerly covet, "..;isn’t it great to put on a record on your turntable on a Sunday morning and just enjoy the cracks in the music and the great artwork on the cover?"
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- High-tech Portraiture
- The use of advanced technology in portrait creation presents an opportunity for artists to innovate and push boundaries in the art world.
- Simplistic Mediums
- The use of basic mediums such as paper and ink, coupled with advanced technology, presents an opportunity for artists to achieve a perfect balance between traditional and modern styles.
- Celebrity Endorsements
- Leveraging celebrity culture and the cult of personality can be an effective marketing strategy for artists looking to increase their reach and exposure.
Where This Applies
- Fine Art
- Technology advancements provide a valuable tool for artists in fine art to expand the boundaries of traditional techniques and styles.
- Celebrity Culture
- Incorporating popular culture and celebrity in art is an opportunity for artists to tap into a lucrative market of collectors and enthusiasts.
- Marketing
- Brands can leverage celebrity endorsements from popular artists to increase the appeal and marketing potential of their products.
