These Kimiaki Yaegashi Prints are an Adorable Reminder of Simpler Times
Leslie Chen — October 22, 2011 — Art & Design
References: thumbtackpress & okimi.heteml.jp
This series of Kimiaki Yaegashi prints showcases the artist’s love for old-fashioned art that is both whimsical and powerful at the same time.
Coming in a red and white colour scheme, the prints evoke a desire to go back to simpler times of one’s childhood. Featuring panda bears alongside fantastical characters, the designs remind me of a picture book I may have read when I was a child.
It’s hard not to fall in love with each and every one of the Kimiaki Yaegashi prints with such adorable names as “Posing” and “Blinders.”
Implications - Adults are looking for a way to reminisce on their childhoods. Artwork that is a reminder of simpler times appeal to those who want to take a step back from their hectic lifestyles for a brief moment. Designers could recognize this desire for nostalgic products in order to take advantage of this market.
Coming in a red and white colour scheme, the prints evoke a desire to go back to simpler times of one’s childhood. Featuring panda bears alongside fantastical characters, the designs remind me of a picture book I may have read when I was a child.
It’s hard not to fall in love with each and every one of the Kimiaki Yaegashi prints with such adorable names as “Posing” and “Blinders.”
Implications - Adults are looking for a way to reminisce on their childhoods. Artwork that is a reminder of simpler times appeal to those who want to take a step back from their hectic lifestyles for a brief moment. Designers could recognize this desire for nostalgic products in order to take advantage of this market.
Trend Themes
1. Nostalgia-themed Art - Opportunity for artists and designers to create artwork that evokes a sense of nostalgia and appeals to adults who want to relive their childhood.
2. Whimsical Prints - Growing demand for prints with whimsical and fantastical designs that provide a brief escape from hectic lifestyles.
3. Childhood-inspired Products - Market potential for products that remind adults of their childhood and evoke feelings of nostalgia.
Industry Implications
1. Art and Design - Artists and designers can tap into the demand for nostalgic and whimsical artwork.
2. Home Decor - Opportunity for home decor brands to offer nostalgia-themed prints that add a touch of whimsy to people's living spaces.
3. Gift and Souvenir - Gift and souvenir companies can create and market childhood-inspired products that resonate with adults seeking nostalgic reminders.
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