These Will Brewster illustrations are special for those who grew up in the '90s. After all, it's not common to see that slimy gooey aesthetic in mainstream media today, yet it was hugely popular two decades ago.
It should be noted that Will Brewster begins most of his meticulous illustrations using a ballpoint pen. There's definitely an analog quality to his final products despite being colored digitally. Although he considers himself only an art hobbyist, he still has a stellar portfolio of similarly surreal images to the ones found in this gallery.
Those with keen eyes may be able to spot pop culture characters amidst the goop. Among those readily identifiable are Batman, Yoda, Darth Vader, Captain America and Judge Dredd.
What Makes This Trend Stand Out
- Retro Aesthetic
- Opportunity to revive and modernize 90s-inspired slimy gooey aesthetics in mainstream media.
- Analog-digital Fusion
- Potential to combine traditional analog art techniques with digital coloring for unique visual effects.
- Nostalgic Pop Culture
- Demand for artwork that incorporates recognizable pop culture characters from the 90s era.
Sectors Adopting This
- Entertainment
- Opportunity for TV shows, movies, and video games to incorporate the retro slimy aesthetic to attract nostalgic viewers and gamers.
- Art and Design
- Artists and designers can tap into the analog-digital fusion trend to create visually striking and unique illustrations or designs.
- Merchandising
- Consumer products industry can capitalize on the demand for nostalgic pop culture artwork by licensing and producing merchandise featuring recognizable characters.
