Shelby and Sandy's Exhibit in Hong Kong is Deemed Nostalgia-Inducing
Kalin Ned — March 29, 2019 — Art & Design
This Hollywood pop art exhibit spotlights creative works that draw inspiration from various classic and iconic characters. Shelby and Sandy — a Los Angeles-based brother duo, tap the extensive movie archives of Hollywood studios to bring an entertaining collection that will nostalgically resonate with many.
The Hollywood pop art paintings include nods to superhero franchises like Superman and Spider-Man, sci-fi masterpieces like Star Wars, playful renditions of Buzz and Woody from Toy Story, goofy cult-favorites such as Scary Movie and so on.
The event is debuted in Hong Kong — a first for Shelby and Sandy, and is dubbed 'hollywood' in true minimalist fashion. It is set to run between the 26th and the 31st of March.
The Hollywood pop art paintings include nods to superhero franchises like Superman and Spider-Man, sci-fi masterpieces like Star Wars, playful renditions of Buzz and Woody from Toy Story, goofy cult-favorites such as Scary Movie and so on.
The event is debuted in Hong Kong — a first for Shelby and Sandy, and is dubbed 'hollywood' in true minimalist fashion. It is set to run between the 26th and the 31st of March.
Trend Themes
1. Pop Art Revival - There is an opportunity to revive the pop art style and incorporate updated, modernized characters or themes.
2. Nostalgia Marketing - Companies can capitalize on nostalgia and childhood memories to create marketing campaigns aimed at millennials and Gen X customers.
3. Film-inspired Art Exhibitions - Movie studios and art galleries can collaborate to create film-inspired art exhibitions that showcase iconic characters and themes from popular films.
Industry Implications
1. Art Galleries - Art galleries can showcase pop art exhibitions to appeal to modern art enthusiasts and those interested in popular culture themes.
2. Movie Studios - Movie studios can partner with artists to create new artwork inspired by their iconic films, which can be sold to fans and collectors.
3. Entertainment Events - Event organizers can host film-inspired art exhibitions that showcase the nostalgia factor of these popular franchises, appealing to both film and art lovers.
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