Artist Daniel Edlen has melded his artist skills with his passion for music, transforming vinyl albums into pieces of art. Each hand-painted original is done on old records of artists like Jim Morrision, Bob Marley, Frank Sinatra, Kiss, Janice Joplin and more.
Check out Danile's time-lapse video for the pop art portrait of Johnny Cash's album.
Implications - In ancient times, music was used as a way to bring members of a tribe together. It's not too different in today's society, with musical preference serving as a mark of one's belonging to a particular behavioral tribe. Thus, some music has established a deep, emotional connection with consumers that will last the test of time.
Records As A Canvas
Vinyl Art by Daniel Edlen
Trend Themes
1. Vinyl Art - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the potential of transforming vinyl albums into unique art pieces.
2. Hand-painted Originals - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Combine artistic skills with existing products to create one-of-a-kind hand-painted items.
3. Emotional Connection with Music - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Capitalize on the deep emotional connection people have with music to create personalized products or experiences.
Industry Implications
1. Art and Design - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate traditional art forms with new mediums to create unique and customizable artworks.
2. Music - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore innovative ways to leverage consumer's emotional connection with music to offer personalized music products or services.
3. Decor and Home Goods - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Combine artistry with functional products, such as home decor items, to create unique and personalized offerings.