John Stezaker Creates Simple Yet Surreal Collages
Meghan Young — February 8, 2011 — Art & Design
References: theapproach & todayandtomorrow.net
John Stezaker provokes a new way of looking at things with his unique art pieces. Made from old photographs and vintage postcards, his work cleverly superimposes the latter on top of the former for a rather creative result. In fact, if you look closely, you'll see that the postcard actually complements the photo beneath perfectly, creating an interesting commentary on both.
A British artist, John Stezaker's collage work is both surreal and simple. He is represented by The Approach Gallery in London.
A British artist, John Stezaker's collage work is both surreal and simple. He is represented by The Approach Gallery in London.
Trend Themes
1. Postcard-collage Art - The rise of postcard-collage art presents an opportunity for print companies to innovate by making it more affordable and accessible to a wider audience.
2. Vintage Photography Revival - The trend of incorporating vintage photography into modern art presents an opportunity for antique shops and galleries to collaborate and offer art collectors a unique experience.
3. Digital Postcard Art - The emergence of digital postcards as a new form of art presents an opportunity for graphic designers and artists to explore and redefine the traditional definition of postcard art.
Industry Implications
1. Art Galleries - As collage art gains popularity, art galleries can seize the opportunity to showcase and sell postcard-collage art to art collectors and enthusiasts.
2. Printing Services - Printing companies can offer a new line of services specifically for postcard-collage art printing and mass production, catering to the growing number of artists and collectors of this art form.
3. Antique Shops - Antique shops can collaborate with artists to offer unique vintage postcards for use in creating postcard-collage artwork, creating a new source of revenue for these shops.
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