# Pop Culture Fine Art Photoshopped 'Star Wars' Masterpieces, Courtesy of Worth1000 By Marissa Brassfield | Published 2009-01-25 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-wars-fine-art References: [boingboing.net](http://www.boingboing.net/2009/01/25/star-warsfine-art-ph.html) & [worth1000](http://www.worth1000.com/contest.asp?contest_id=22673&display=photoshop&page=5000#entries) The talented digital artisans in the Worth1000 community have struck Photoshop gold once again with their latest '[Star Wars' fine art competition](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-art-of-competition). These remastered masterpieces pit '[Star Wars' characters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-wars-tray) we've grown to love (and worship) against renowned [fine art styles and paintings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/otw-by-vans-line) in an epic battle of pop culture vs. high culture. The collection in the gallery above are some of my favorite pieces from the Worth1000 collection. I'm especially a fan of "Darth-Giger," the image that leads off the bunch. Check out some other splendid Worth1000 competitions below. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.8/10 - Popularity: 76% | Activity: 30% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Media](https://www.trendhunter.com/media) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Pop Culture Mashups:** Explore opportunities to combine popular culture elements with traditional artistic styles, creating new and intriguing artwork. - **Digital Art Competitions:** Organize online competitions for digital artists to showcase their talent and create unique masterpieces. - **Blurring High and Popular Culture:** Identify ways to bridge the gap between high culture and pop culture, creating engaging and thought-provoking artistic expressions. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Art Galleries:** Partner with digital artists to curate exhibits that highlight the fusion of pop culture and fine art styles, attracting a diverse audience. - **Creative Contests Platforms:** Develop platforms for hosting digital art competitions, providing a space for artists to showcase their talent and win recognition. - **Art Criticism and Analysis:** Explore the impact and interpretation of blending high culture and popular culture in art, fostering discussions and new perspectives. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dark Sci-Fi Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/darc-sport.md) - [Sci-Fi Franchise-Inspired Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-wars-collection-2.md) - [Sci-Fi Film-Inspired Custom Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lucasfilm.md) - [Hand-Knit Sci-Fi Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handknit-scifi-sculpture.md) - [Sci-Fi-Inspired Lenses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ray-ban-star-wars.md) - [Movie-Themed Art NFTs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheeky-kyser.md) - [Collectible Sci-Fi Coins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-wars-coins.md) - [Sci-Fi-Themed Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/volkswagen-2.md) - [Sci-Fi-Honoring Toy Puzzle Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/force-of-creativity.md)