When one thinks of sports paintings, images of athletic portraits or iconic moments may come to mind. The curating team of Jenna Gibson and Jeff McMillan, however, wanted to create an art collection centered on sports, but did not include athletic performance. Instead, the collection they made named 'Pigskin' is a view of sports from a pop-cultural perspective.
In honor of the 32 NFL teams, 32 artists were selected to create unique sports paintings. Each of the artists comes from a range of backgrounds including fine art, illustration, animation and street art. The experimental project resulted in representations of sports that are controversial, obscure and even risque. Some of the works include a football player surrounded by cats, caricature of coaches and bored cheerleaders.
What Makes This Trend Stand Out
- Pop-cultural Sports Art
- There is a potential opportunity for artists to create unique and controversial sports art that strays away from traditional athletic portraits and iconic moments.
- Experimental Sports Art
- The concept of creating experimental, quirky sports paintings opens up a new form of expression for artists and collectors alike.
- Niche Sports Art
- By targeting niche audiences and creating customized sports paintings, artists could potentially tap into a lucrative market of sports fans looking for unique and personalized pieces.
Sectors Adopting This
- Artistic Design
- The art industry can benefit from this trend by offering a new category of sports art and tapping into a new market of sports fans looking for unconventional art pieces.
- Sports Merchandise
- Sports merchandise companies can explore creating exclusive merchandise featuring unique sports paintings, offering fans a less traditional way of expressing their fandom.
- Interior Design and Decor
- Interior design and decor businesses can incorporate quirky sports paintings into their designs, providing a conversation piece for sports fans and non-sports fans alike.
