'Pets of Thrones' by Mario Flores is Comical and Witty
Andrew Robertson — June 4, 2012 — Pop Culture
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As Game of Throne finishes it's second season, Mario Flores pays tribute to the show's fantastic run with a collection of character portfolios done as animals.
Those familiar with either the books by George R.R. Martin or the HBO show know that often times the characters refer to themselves and others according to the animals that are represented on one's family sigil. With the direwolf of Winterfell being the Stark's sigil, Flores drew Jon Snow, Ed Start and Arya Stark as wolves brandishing their swords.
Other characters who don't possess their own banner are portrayed according to the animals that they are associated with. It should come as no surprise that The Hound is drawn as a bulldog, clad in armor with the burned scar across half of his face. Comical, witty and accurate, these illustrations by Mario Flores are a great addition to the emerging collection of Game of Thrones fan-made artwork.
Those familiar with either the books by George R.R. Martin or the HBO show know that often times the characters refer to themselves and others according to the animals that are represented on one's family sigil. With the direwolf of Winterfell being the Stark's sigil, Flores drew Jon Snow, Ed Start and Arya Stark as wolves brandishing their swords.
Other characters who don't possess their own banner are portrayed according to the animals that they are associated with. It should come as no surprise that The Hound is drawn as a bulldog, clad in armor with the burned scar across half of his face. Comical, witty and accurate, these illustrations by Mario Flores are a great addition to the emerging collection of Game of Thrones fan-made artwork.
Trend Themes
1. Animal-inspired Character Portfolios - Creating character profiles in the form of animals that represent their sigils can be a disruptive innovation opportunity for fan-made artwork.
2. Comical and Witty Fan-made Artwork - The trend of creating comedic and clever illustrations based on popular TV shows like Game of Thrones presents an opportunity for artists to tap into a niche market.
3. Emerging Game of Thrones Art Collection - The growing collection of fan-made artwork related to Game of Thrones opens up opportunities for artists to showcase their creativity and gain recognition.
Industry Implications
1. Art and Design - Artists can capitalize on the trend of creating animal-inspired character portfolios by offering custom illustrations for fans of shows like Game of Thrones.
2. Entertainment - The entertainment industry can embrace the trend of comical and witty fan-made artwork by featuring these illustrations in official merchandise or collaborations with artists.
3. Digital Marketing and E-commerce - Building an online platform to showcase and sell the emerging collection of Game of Thrones fan-made artwork can provide a disruptive innovation opportunity for online retailers and art marketplaces.
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