Mohamed Raoof Injects a Realistic Look into the Angry Birds
Matt Ho — October 11, 2011 — Pop Culture
References: mohamedraoof.deviantart & rampagedreality
Since pretty much every cartoon pop icon has recently been given the hyper-real treatment, Mohamed Raoof decided that it's time for the Angry Birds to get the same, inspiring a series of illustrations grounding the avians in reality.
Mohamed Raoof has given the fiery avians a digital makeover in favor of a realistic approach. The actual species of the Angry Birds isn't known, but the artist has done a wonderful job of utilizing physical characteristics of certain species to bring his hyper-real vision to life. For example, the red bird takes on the look of a cardinal, the white a seagull and the green a chubbier version of a toucan. The illustrations are an interesting take on the fiery characters when the cartoon aesthetic is stripped away in favor of a more natural one.
Mohamed Raoof has given the fiery avians a digital makeover in favor of a realistic approach. The actual species of the Angry Birds isn't known, but the artist has done a wonderful job of utilizing physical characteristics of certain species to bring his hyper-real vision to life. For example, the red bird takes on the look of a cardinal, the white a seagull and the green a chubbier version of a toucan. The illustrations are an interesting take on the fiery characters when the cartoon aesthetic is stripped away in favor of a more natural one.
Trend Themes
1. Hyper-real Illustrations - Artists can explore hyper-realistic illustrations of pop icons, inspiring creativity and new ways of visualizing popular culture.
2. Realistic Cartoon Characters - Artists can incorporate realistic aspects into cartoon characters, allowing them to cross into new genres of art and appealing to a wider audience.
3. Digital Art Makeovers - Artists can use digital technology to transform traditional cartoons into hyper-realistic and visually stunning illustrations.
Industry Implications
1. Art and Illustration - This trend opens up opportunities for artists to create new and exciting types of digital art that stand out in a crowded market.
2. Entertainment and Media - Realistic versions of popular cartoon characters could expand their appeal to new audiences and create new franchises and revenue streams, especially in film or TV.
3. Technology and Design - Creating hyper-realistic illustrations involves using advanced technology and design techniques, opening up opportunities for innovation in these fields.
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