David Vancook Turns Ordinary Art into Star Wars Paintings
Laura McQuarrie — May 5, 2014 — Pop Culture
David Vancook is a Canadian artist who makes classical Star Wars paintings that are subtly infused with elements from other galaxies.
In the style of iconic works of fine art, Vancook makes Storm Troopers, Imperial AT-ATs and characters like Darth Vader and Boba Fett seem right at home among victorian ladies and lush Earth landscapes. The original paintings come from thrift store finds, which Vancook then makes way more fun and appealing for Star Wars geeks. Although they aren't totally originals, it's almost more impressive this way, since the Star Wars characters have been worked in so naturally.
The newly refreshed Star Wars art pieces can be found in Vancook's Etsy shop, with all of the paintings quite reasonably priced at $20, which is a steal if you know someone who loves their Star Wars memorabilia.
In the style of iconic works of fine art, Vancook makes Storm Troopers, Imperial AT-ATs and characters like Darth Vader and Boba Fett seem right at home among victorian ladies and lush Earth landscapes. The original paintings come from thrift store finds, which Vancook then makes way more fun and appealing for Star Wars geeks. Although they aren't totally originals, it's almost more impressive this way, since the Star Wars characters have been worked in so naturally.
The newly refreshed Star Wars art pieces can be found in Vancook's Etsy shop, with all of the paintings quite reasonably priced at $20, which is a steal if you know someone who loves their Star Wars memorabilia.
Trend Themes
1. Classical Sci-fi Art - Opportunity for artists to create classical works of art infused with elements from science fiction genres, appealing to fans of both classical art and sci-fi.
2. Thrift Store Finds - Potential for artists to repurpose thrift store paintings and transform them into unique and appealing art pieces, attracting collectors and enthusiasts.
3. Niche Fan Art - Growing market for specialized fan art that combines popular culture, such as Star Wars, with traditional artistic styles, offering new opportunities for artists and collectors.
Industry Implications
1. Art and Design - Artists can explore the fusion of classical and sci-fi genres, creating innovative and captivating artworks that appeal to a wide range of audiences.
2. E-commerce - E-commerce platforms like Etsy present an ideal marketplace for artists to showcase and sell their unique repurposed artworks, tapping into the growing demand for niche fan art.
3. Collectibles and Memorabilia - Collectors and enthusiasts of Star Wars memorabilia have an opportunity to expand their collections with affordable and unique repurposed paintings that incorporate their favorite characters.
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