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Ex-President Art Shows

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

The George Bush Paintings Reveal the Ex-President's Knack for Art

— April 9, 2014 — Unique
Back in March of last year, former U.S. president George W. Bush had his computer hacked by someone who goes by the name of "Guccifer," who revealed two intimate self-portrait George Bush paintings. Although Bush only started painting in 2012, since then, his art career has taken off. Now, Bush has an exhibition at the George Bush Presidential Library and Museum called "The Art of Leadership: A President’s Personal Diplomacy."

The series depicts a collection of 30 oil paintings of some of the most recognized world leaders, including familiar faces like those of Vladimir Putin and Tony Blair. As you might expect, the art exhibition from the ex-president-turned-painter has been met with a lot of criticism, including some from an art critic who used the words "earnest" and "childlike" to describe the portraits.
Trend Themes
1. Politicians-turned-artists - The trend of politicians turning to art creates opportunities for a new type of creativity, personalization, and storytelling.
2. Art as a Diplomatic Tool - The use of art by politicians and world leaders as a diplomatic tool presents opportunities for leveraging soft power and cultural influence.
3. Controversial Art - Bush's art exhibition exposes the new trend of creating controversial art that challenges the traditional standards of art and pushes the boundaries of public opinion.
Industry Implications
1. Fine Arts - Bush's debut in the art world highlights the potential for politicians to make a mark in the fine arts industry and bring in a new audience.
2. Museum and Gallery - Bush's art exhibition presents opportunities for the museum and gallery industry to curate unique exhibits that attract a wider audience than traditional artwork.
3. Soft Power Diplomacy - The trend of using art as a diplomatic tool creates opportunities for the foreign affairs industry to leverage culture and cultural activities to enhance diplomacy and international relations.
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