Mr. Brainwash Art Show 2011 Brings Mainstream Culture to Mindblowing Colors
Felicia Moursalien — January 3, 2012 — Art & Design
References: artshow2011 & hypebeast
Get a solid dose of mainstream figures redone in bright and sassy designs in the Mr. Brainwash Art Show 2011. The Parisian artist, Thierry Guetta, is being featured in North La Brea of Los Angelas and his latest exhibit opened on December 22nd. Despite the holiday season, there was a line up of over 500 people waiting to feast their eyes on his eye-popping work. Mr. Brainwash, also known as MBW, has been a long time resident of LA and wanted to do something mind-blowing in his adopted hometown. The work features Andy Warhol like renditions of famous figures such as John Lennon and Yoko Ono, Mickey Mouse and more.
MBW is renowned for his street art, as featured in Bankys' documentary 'Exit Through the Gift Shop' and has brought some of that collectivist graffiti mindset to his own installation, allowing artists to come and add a piece of their own art to the space.
MBW is renowned for his street art, as featured in Bankys' documentary 'Exit Through the Gift Shop' and has brought some of that collectivist graffiti mindset to his own installation, allowing artists to come and add a piece of their own art to the space.
Trend Themes
1. Pop Art Resurgence - The Mr. Brainwash Art Show 2011 showcases a resurgence of pop art, presenting an opportunity for artists and businesses to tap into this nostalgic and vibrant aesthetic.
2. Interactive Art Experiences - MR. Brainwash's incorporation of collaborative art in his installation highlights the growing trend of interactive art experiences, creating opportunities for businesses to engage audiences through participatory art events or installations.
3. Celebrity Culture Art - The use of famous figures like John Lennon and Mickey Mouse as subjects in Mr. Brainwash's artwork indicates a trend of combining celebrity culture with art, opening up avenues for collaborations between artists and popular figures in various industries.
Industry Implications
1. Art & Design - The Pop Art Resurgence trend offers opportunities for artists, designers, and art galleries to create and promote pop art-inspired works, appealing to a broad audience seeking vibrant and nostalgic pieces.
2. Entertainment & Events - The Interactive Art Experiences trend presents opportunities for event organizers, entertainment venues, and brands to host interactive art installations or events that attract and engage audiences in a unique and participatory way.
3. Marketing & Advertising - The Celebrity Culture Art trend creates opportunities for marketers and advertisers to collaborate with artists and incorporate iconic figures into campaigns, leveraging the popularity and influence of celebrities to create impactful and culturally relevant marketing content.
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