David Egen Recreates Iconic Photographs with Star Wars Toys
Trenton Millar — July 3, 2012 — Art & Design
References: 365daysofclones & highsnobiety
Canadian art teacher and photographer David Eger has recreated famous photographs using Star Wars figurines in his latest project. The series is aptly named '365 Days of Clones.'
Each of the photographs in the series were taken on a specially chosen date. This date usually corresponds to the date the original photograph was taken, but some correspond to the birth or death date of the original artist instead. All of the scenography is done in real life -- that means he avoided the use of Photoshop.
These pictures fit in with the broader pattern of toy art that has become popular recently. The most prominent example would be designer toys like those of Kid Robot. It seems that today's art lovers have an itch to reconnect with their youth.
Each of the photographs in the series were taken on a specially chosen date. This date usually corresponds to the date the original photograph was taken, but some correspond to the birth or death date of the original artist instead. All of the scenography is done in real life -- that means he avoided the use of Photoshop.
These pictures fit in with the broader pattern of toy art that has become popular recently. The most prominent example would be designer toys like those of Kid Robot. It seems that today's art lovers have an itch to reconnect with their youth.
Trend Themes
1. Toy Photography - Opportunity for toy companies to partner with photographers to showcase their products in creative ways using popular franchises.
2. Recreating Iconic Images - Growing trend of recreating iconic images using different mediums such as figurines or other toys, providing opportunity for artists and photographers to showcase their creativity.
3. Nostalgia Art - Increasing popularity of art that appeals to people's nostalgia, providing opportunity for artists and designers to tap into this market with new creations that evoke feelings of fond memories.
Industry Implications
1. Toy Industry - Opportunity for toy manufacturers to create and promote figurines of popular franchises for use in photography and art.
2. Photography Industry - Opportunity for photographers to experiment with new mediums like toy figurines and create unique and memorable art pieces.
3. Art and Design Industry - Opportunity for artists and designers to create new products and works that appeal to people's nostalgia and evoke fond memories of their childhood.
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