Remix artists are able to create new works by remixing elements of other people’s artwork. Some consider this to be a form of plagiarism of the creative work of others. But many people are convinced that remix culture is an integral part of a vibrant new cultural movement.
I took a first look at some examples of remix visuals. First is 1958, the work of Pablo Picasso. Pablo Picasso created a series of 58 paintings in 1958 that reinterpreted and/or reproduced Velazquez’s iconic 1656 painting “Las Meninas”. He recreated the image of the girl in the original painting to form his own work.
The second comes from a collaboration between Sotheby’s Classical Masters department and Fat Free Art. They fuse contemporary street art with classical master paintings. Street artists reconceptualize and reinterpret classic paintings from the 15th to 17th centuries to reveal a fascinating category of works. These works introduce a new generation of art lovers to the rich and fascinating visual history of painting.
In conclusion, I believe that the concept of remix culture has become a defining feature of modern technology, which has come to encompass all forms of digital media. remix is a facilitator of fresh energy, mixing the various collars to promote new ways of seeing. Although the elements used by the creators in Remix culture are not original, the result of the mix must be creative and meaningful.