The Religious Star Wars Icons Carry the Force of God
Gil Cohen — October 16, 2012 — Pop Culture
References: designtaxi & newlaunches
Artist Chawakarn Kongprasert designed his Religious Star Wars Icons to look like medieval manuscripts, featuring well-known Star Wars characters in different religious-based imagery. This depiction of Science Fiction, blended with classic religion, analyzes the way people view these two different types of iconic imagery.
There are the much-loved characters including Chewbacca, Yoda and even R2D2 in easily recognizable, holy settings surrounded by saints with orbs of light around their heads and other religious iconography. Anakin Skywalker is featured as a Jesus figure while Darth Vader is the Holy Father, which, considering his evil temperament in the movies, could be considered highly sacrilegious.
It seems that Kongprasert is making a statement about the comparisons between science fiction stories and biblical stories in his Religious Star Wars Icons artwork.
There are the much-loved characters including Chewbacca, Yoda and even R2D2 in easily recognizable, holy settings surrounded by saints with orbs of light around their heads and other religious iconography. Anakin Skywalker is featured as a Jesus figure while Darth Vader is the Holy Father, which, considering his evil temperament in the movies, could be considered highly sacrilegious.
It seems that Kongprasert is making a statement about the comparisons between science fiction stories and biblical stories in his Religious Star Wars Icons artwork.
Trend Themes
1. Medieval-inspired Artwork - Creating artwork that blends medieval aesthetics with modern pop culture can provide a unique and visually striking experience for viewers.
2. Religious Iconography in Popular Culture - Exploring the usage of religious iconography in pop culture can challenge traditional interpretations and spark conversations about the intersection of religion and media.
3. Comparisons Between Mythology and Science Fiction - Analyzing the parallels between ancient mythological stories and contemporary science fiction narratives can shed light on the enduring themes and archetypes that captivate human imagination.
Industry Implications
1. Art and Design - Artists and designers can leverage the integration of medieval-inspired elements with modern pop culture to create innovative and thought-provoking artworks.
2. Film and Entertainment - Film producers and entertainment companies can explore the use of religious iconography in popular culture to attract niche audiences and generate buzz for their projects.
3. Literature and Publishing - Writers and publishers can tap into the fascination with storytelling by examining the connections between mythology and science fiction, creating captivating narratives that resonate with readers.
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