This Mona Lisa Remix is a Scary Twist on the Iconic Portrait
Laura McQuarrie — July 9, 2013 — Art & Design
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This Mona Lisa remix by Orlando Arocena offers a bone-chilling take on the iconic lady's smile. the 'Three Fates of Mona' is a three-piece vector series created for the 'Goiconda Project,' which invites artist to reinterpret Leonardo da Vinci's iconic painting in their own style.
In addition to paying tribute to the Renaissance master's work, Arocena transforms Mona into three classic characters from the American horror genre: Carrie, Jason Voorhees from Friday the 13th and Hellraiser's Chatterbox. These unlikely pairings show Mona dripping with blood and wearing Jason's terrifying hockey mask.
Da Vinci's original portrait is full of intrigue and mystery, but in this Mona Lisa remix, there is no doubt that there is some kind of dark secret behind her eyes and smile.
In addition to paying tribute to the Renaissance master's work, Arocena transforms Mona into three classic characters from the American horror genre: Carrie, Jason Voorhees from Friday the 13th and Hellraiser's Chatterbox. These unlikely pairings show Mona dripping with blood and wearing Jason's terrifying hockey mask.
Da Vinci's original portrait is full of intrigue and mystery, but in this Mona Lisa remix, there is no doubt that there is some kind of dark secret behind her eyes and smile.
Trend Themes
1. Horror Art - The rise of horror-themed art creates opportunities for artists to put their own spin on iconic works and tap into a growing audience for all things spooky.
2. Iconic Art Remakes - Artists creating remixed versions of iconic works, such as the 'Three Fates of Mona', offer a fresh take on classic masterpieces and can attract new audiences.
3. Vector Art - Vector art's versatility allows artists to transform classic works into new styles, making it a valuable tool for art remixes and collaborations.
Industry Implications
1. Art - The art world can take advantage of the growing popularity of horror-themed art and remixes to reach new audiences and expand their offerings.
2. Entertainment - The entertainment industry, especially horror movies and TV shows, can collaborate with artists to create unique promotional materials and merchandise.
3. Technology - Technology companies can develop tools and software that enable artists to create vector-based art more easily and efficiently, opening up new possibilities for art collaborations and remixes.
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