From Easter Bunny Barack to Robin Hood Obama
lourdes sanchez bayas — October 26, 2008 — Art & Design
References: thejailbreak & animalnewyork
If you thought the Barack Obama action figures and dolls could not get more outlandish, you were dead wrong.
Animal points us to the eclectic collection of Obama action figures we see here was exhibited at the Showroom Gallery in the East Village of NYC last week. Presented at the show were customized action figures by contemporary counterculture artists out of blank, unpainted dolls of the Democratic presidential hopeful.
In the collection, we can see many different interpretations of the Obama action figures. For example, there is an Obama doll dressed as an Easter bunny with pink gigantic ears and all. There is also a character painted in white and mounted on a cross. We can also see Obama as some sort of bespectacled gangster; also present was an Obama doll painted in blue and adorned with pink hair. And lest we forget an Obamacized depiction of Robin Hood.
These are just some of the characters and depictions we can see in the collection. The purpose behind this project was for the artists involved to “...project their vision of America, leading to an eclectic cast of one-of-a-kind characters,” says Animal.com. The proceeds from the sale of these action figures will go to the Obama for America campaign.
Photos: Edrea
Animal points us to the eclectic collection of Obama action figures we see here was exhibited at the Showroom Gallery in the East Village of NYC last week. Presented at the show were customized action figures by contemporary counterculture artists out of blank, unpainted dolls of the Democratic presidential hopeful.
In the collection, we can see many different interpretations of the Obama action figures. For example, there is an Obama doll dressed as an Easter bunny with pink gigantic ears and all. There is also a character painted in white and mounted on a cross. We can also see Obama as some sort of bespectacled gangster; also present was an Obama doll painted in blue and adorned with pink hair. And lest we forget an Obamacized depiction of Robin Hood.
These are just some of the characters and depictions we can see in the collection. The purpose behind this project was for the artists involved to “...project their vision of America, leading to an eclectic cast of one-of-a-kind characters,” says Animal.com. The proceeds from the sale of these action figures will go to the Obama for America campaign.
Photos: Edrea
Trend Themes
1. Customized Action Figures - The trend of creating customized action figures opens up opportunities for artists and entrepreneurs to create unique and personalized collectibles.
2. Political Character Depictions - The trend of creating action figures depicting political figures allows for artists to express their political views and create thought-provoking art pieces.
3. Fundraising Through Art - The trend of using art to raise funds for political campaigns creates opportunities for artists to contribute to a cause they believe in.
Industry Implications
1. Art Collectibles - The art collectibles industry can benefit from the trend of customized action figures by offering unique and exclusive pieces for collectors.
2. Toy Manufacturing - The toy manufacturing industry can capitalize on the trend of political character depictions by creating action figures that appeal to collectors and fans of political figures.
3. Political Fundraising - The political fundraising industry can explore the trend of using art to raise funds by collaborating with artists and hosting events that showcase and sell political-themed artwork.
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