Pop Art
Looking for a unique and interesting gift idea for someone special? Maybe you're tired of giving everyone gift cards or money and would like something more personal and more special. Have you thought about some pop art as great gift ideas? There are a few reasons in particular as to why this is something that just about everyone loves, and a few tips to keep in mind in order to create your piece of pop art.
If you're not familiar with the concept, pop art typically means taking a photograph and putting it through a process that gives it a more modern twist. Color details are washed away and typically the photo has just a few main colors. You may have seen the four-paneled pop art pieces that are popular, although they can be done in a single panel as well.
Reasons to Consider These Gifts
Why consider making a photograph into pop art and giving this as a gift? One reason is that they're much more personal than gift cards or simple cash. They're very unique ideas; it's unlikely that you'll show up for a graduation party or baby shower and find that someone else has taken a picture of the honoree and turned it into pop art!
It's also true that these pieces are likely to be enjoyed; after all, the pop art is created from a photograph of that person. This means it is more likely to be appreciated than another work of art that isn't to the person's taste or liking. It's very difficult to choose decorative items for anyone since you may not know their exact taste for decorating, but it's difficult to go wrong with a pop art piece of their own photograph!
Creating the Piece
How do you create a piece of pop art to give as a gift? Keep in mind that four-panel pieces are typically very simple, usually just a head shot. If you choose another pose then the subject might get lost in the panels. Note how this is true when you begin shopping; you'll often see four-panel pieces as nothing more than just close-ups of the subject as other poses are too distant.
Also, determine the size of the pop art. Do you want it poster size or larger, or something they would frame and keep on a desk? The larger the piece, the more muted the tones and colors. You can have more colors, brighter colors, or bolder colors on smaller pieces of pop art without being overwhelmed.
Often it helps to look at some examples of other pieces of pop art to get inspiration. You may see a photo you like and assume it will make a good piece but realize it's not focused enough or too busy. The company that produces these pieces of pop art can assist you these types of decisions, but of course you should have some ideas in mind before you begin shopping for just the right piece.
