Artist Kerry Callen Puts His Spin On Iconic Comic Book Covers
Jason Soy — May 4, 2011 — Pop Culture
References: kerrycallen.blogspot
Golden age comics are getting a humorous modern update, thanks to Kerry Callen. Hallmark Cards worker by day, Callen painstakingly recreates iconic pages from comic books and highlights the absurdity of the images through dialogue changes, inclusion of random characters, and flat-out changing a character's appearance (check out Spiderman's new girth).
Callen's attention to detail is spot on as he not only replicates the original artwork of some of comicdom's most legendary artists, but also includes the paper creases and worn-out colors of the original pieces to ensure that vintage, used look. And, of course, he does this all while making the superheroes themselves look like immature, incompetent imbeciles.
Superheroes aren't Kerry Callen's only targets, however. Some of his other victims include Star Wars characters, literary characters like Don Quixote, and even celebrities like Jack Nicholson. You can find more of Kerry Callen's work on his personal blog.
Callen's attention to detail is spot on as he not only replicates the original artwork of some of comicdom's most legendary artists, but also includes the paper creases and worn-out colors of the original pieces to ensure that vintage, used look. And, of course, he does this all while making the superheroes themselves look like immature, incompetent imbeciles.
Superheroes aren't Kerry Callen's only targets, however. Some of his other victims include Star Wars characters, literary characters like Don Quixote, and even celebrities like Jack Nicholson. You can find more of Kerry Callen's work on his personal blog.
Trend Themes
1. Humorous Artwork - There is a trend of artists reimagining iconic images with a humorous twist, creating a new experience for viewers.
2. Nostalgic Comic Recreation - Artists are recreating classic comic book covers, adding a modern touch while maintaining the nostalgic look and feel of the original artwork.
3. Satire in Pop Culture - Using satire and parody, artists are finding ways to comment on popular culture, including comic books and iconic characters.
Industry Implications
1. Art - Artists in the industry can explore the use of humor and nostalgia to create innovative and engaging pieces.
2. Pop Culture - Engaging with the trend of humorous artwork can help businesses in the pop culture industry attract and entertain a wide audience.
3. Publishing - Publishers can embrace the trend of nostalgic comic recreation, offering new editions of classic comic books with a modern twist.
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