Artist Glen Brogan Turns The Classic Memes into Fun Collectable Cards
Malika Renee Butss — December 11, 2013 — Pop Culture
References: albinoraven & neatorama
People can always have the humor and joy of classic Internet memes at hand thanks to Glen Brogan's Internet meme trading cards.
West Virginia-based artist Glen Brogan has created yet another way for all pop culture lovers to enjoy the timeless Internet meme. This upbeat artist has crafted a series of meme trading cards, each one illustrated by Brogan himself with as much accurate detailing as he could mix with his own personal and artistic flare. They are perfect for those of us who love trading cards but not so much the sport aspect.
This series will continue to grow as long as there are new memes being created daily. Brogan even threw in a blank card at the end of the set for your own personal meme creation.
West Virginia-based artist Glen Brogan has created yet another way for all pop culture lovers to enjoy the timeless Internet meme. This upbeat artist has crafted a series of meme trading cards, each one illustrated by Brogan himself with as much accurate detailing as he could mix with his own personal and artistic flare. They are perfect for those of us who love trading cards but not so much the sport aspect.
This series will continue to grow as long as there are new memes being created daily. Brogan even threw in a blank card at the end of the set for your own personal meme creation.
Trend Themes
1. Internet Meme Trading Cards - Creating collectible trading cards based on popular internet memes opens up opportunities for new forms of fan engagement and monetization.
2. Pop Culture Collectibles - The rise of meme trading cards demonstrates the demand for unique and nostalgia-driven collectibles, presenting a disruptive innovation opportunity in the pop culture merchandise industry.
3. Artist Merchandise - Artists creating their own merchandise, such as meme trading cards, can tap into the growing market of fans looking for unique and limited-edition items to express their personal interests.
Industry Implications
1. Trading Cards - Traditional trading card companies can diversify their offerings by incorporating internet memes, meeting the evolving preferences of collectors and fans.
2. Pop Culture Merchandise - The pop culture merchandise industry can capitalize on the popularity of internet memes by producing licensed trading cards that resonate with meme enthusiasts and collectors.
3. Artist Merchandise - Artists have a new avenue to monetize their creativity by producing and selling meme trading cards, engaging directly with their fan base and expanding their revenue streams.
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