Karen Caldicott Commemorates Iconic Public Figures Using Clay
Corinne Guirgis — July 26, 2011 — Pop Culture
References: karencaldicott & odditycentral
Wax museums may be a thing of the past with the plasticine figures of artist Karen Caldicott, which pay tribute to iconic celebrities in a way that is both humorous and accurate. The subjects of her plasticine portraits range from political to film icons, such as Barack Obama, Bill Clinton, Jack Black and Barbara Streisand and even Apple CEO Steve Jobs.
Her immense skill has scored her collaborations with established publications that famously humor celebrity figures, such as the New York Post or Fortune Magazine. According to Oddity Central, "she bases her three-dimensional, seven-inch plasticine busts on photographs of the celebrities taken from different angles, and then shapes and carves away the clay until it looks like she intended."
Implications - Art has the incredible ability to immortalize iconic figures whose lives have inspired much celebration amongst the consuming public. Consumers are eager to possess artworks which commemorate these icons beyond the span of their mortal lives as both collectables and memories.
Her immense skill has scored her collaborations with established publications that famously humor celebrity figures, such as the New York Post or Fortune Magazine. According to Oddity Central, "she bases her three-dimensional, seven-inch plasticine busts on photographs of the celebrities taken from different angles, and then shapes and carves away the clay until it looks like she intended."
Implications - Art has the incredible ability to immortalize iconic figures whose lives have inspired much celebration amongst the consuming public. Consumers are eager to possess artworks which commemorate these icons beyond the span of their mortal lives as both collectables and memories.
Trend Themes
1. Plasticine Celebrity Portraits - The trend of creating plasticine portraits of iconic celebrities offers a unique and humorous way to commemorate public figures.
2. Humorous Art Collectibles - The trend of creating collectible artworks that humorously depict famous celebrities provides consumers with unique and desirable memorabilia.
3. Immortalizing Icons Through Art - The trend of using art to immortalize iconic figures allows consumers to celebrate and remember these individuals in a lasting and tangible way.
Industry Implications
1. Art and Collectibles - The art and collectibles industry can tap into the trend of creating plasticine celebrity portraits to offer unique and desirable artworks.
2. Publishing and Media - Publishing houses and media companies can collaborate with artists like Karen Caldicott to create exclusive content featuring plasticine portraits of iconic celebrities, attracting attention and engaging audiences.
3. Entertainment and Events - The entertainment and events industry can incorporate plasticine celebrity portraits as unique attractions or exhibits at museums, theme parks, or celebrity events, offering an interactive and memorable experience for attendees.
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