Patrick Krzyzanowski Immortalizes Wrestlers in Watercolor
Matt Ho — October 9, 2011 — Art & Design
References: patkrzy & beautifuldecay
Watercolor artwork is often filled with serene imagery of Venice, Italy or a portrait of a beautiful duchess, but the Patrick Krzyzanowski's paintings put a new spin on these classic designs.
Instead of painting serene scenery most watercolor artists opt for, Patrick Krzyzanowski has decided to go with wrestlers. Most will probably assume I’m referring to portraits based on the subject alone, but this is not the case. Krzyzanowski has presented wrestlers in full body-slamming action that has blood and pain written all over it due to the stipulations of ladder and table matches. Fans of wrestling will likely recognize several familiar faces that include Kurt Angle, Christian, Booker T and whom I believe to be the late great Eddie Guerrero. See, wrestling can be artistic after all.
Instead of painting serene scenery most watercolor artists opt for, Patrick Krzyzanowski has decided to go with wrestlers. Most will probably assume I’m referring to portraits based on the subject alone, but this is not the case. Krzyzanowski has presented wrestlers in full body-slamming action that has blood and pain written all over it due to the stipulations of ladder and table matches. Fans of wrestling will likely recognize several familiar faces that include Kurt Angle, Christian, Booker T and whom I believe to be the late great Eddie Guerrero. See, wrestling can be artistic after all.
Trend Themes
1. Edgy Watercolor Art - Watercolor artists are embracing unconventional subject matters, such as wrestlers in action, to add a unique and edgy twist to their artwork.
2. Reimagining Classic Designs - Artists like Patrick Krzyzanowski are reimagining traditional watercolor artwork by incorporating unconventional and unexpected elements, such as blood and pain from wrestling matches.
3. Art and Pop Culture Fusion - The fusion of art and pop culture, as seen in the depiction of wrestlers in watercolor paintings, is gaining popularity as a way to engage and resonate with a contemporary audience.
Industry Implications
1. Art and Design - The art and design industry can explore new avenues by incorporating unconventional subject matters like wrestling into traditional art forms, attracting a wider range of art enthusiasts.
2. Pop Culture and Entertainment - Brands in the pop culture and entertainment industry can collaborate with artists to create unique and engaging artworks that tap into the fandom and passion of wrestling fans.
3. Merchandise and Collectibles - Companies specializing in merchandise and collectibles can capitalize on the growing popularity of unconventional artworks by partnering with artists to create limited edition prints and products featuring wrestlers in watercolor paintings.
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