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People are constantly finding new ways to be creative through technology and social media, and recently, talented users from all over the world have been expressing their creative sides through the popular photo-messaging app, Snapchat.
Using only their fingers, Snapchatters everywhere have been conjuring up impressive and sometimes kooky drawings to send to their friends. These unique works of art range from renditions of some of the world’s most recognizable cartoon characters to humorous caricatures, portraits of famous celebrities, and even recreations of famous, historic artwork. However, the best thing about these awesome Snapchats is that they’re being posted and shared all across the Internet for millions to see.
Our list of 15 Famous Art Pieces Interpreted in Snapchat includes paintings created by world-renowned artists like Picasso, Andy Warhol, and even Banksy.
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The Birth of Venus by Sandro Botticelli, 1486
Created by: Abel
This reinterpretation of Botticelli's most famous painting is impressive. Although part-time Snapchat artist Abel didn't recreate the painting in its entirety, his striking detail on the goddess Venus takes the app's possibilities to the next level.
American Gothic by Grant Wood, 1930
Created by: Dasha Battelle
Dasha Battelle's Snapchat artwork has been featured on dozens of websites, in addition to being shared, liked and retweeted countless times by fans worldwide. Battelle works as a full-time production assistant for tech and social media news giant Mashable, but she has said that creating art on Snapchat provides her with an outlet for her creativity. Her rendition of American Gothic shows that she has proven artistic ability and a killer sense of humor.
The Starry Night by Vincent van Gogh, 1889
Created by: Nick McGuire
This example of Nick McGuire's Snapchat artwork can be easily recognized as one of van Gogh's seminal paintings. In his recreation of The Starry Night, McGuire was able to impressively emulate van Gogh's dramatic brushwork using only his fingertip.
Self-Portrait with Thorn Necklace and Hummingbird by Frida Kahlo, 1940
Created by: Miologie
Snapchat artist Miologie decided to put her own spin on one of Kahlo's most notable works, which she pulled off perfectly. Pay close attention to the detailing on the monkey and black cat in the background, and of course it's impossible to ignore the infamous unibrow.
Composition II in Red, Blue, and Yellow by Piet Mondrian, 1930
Created by: Dasha Battelle
Here's another Snapchat done by Dasha Battelle, a recreation of one of Piet Mondrian's abstract paintings. However, we can't recall seeing her staring out into the distance in the Dutch artist's original piece.
Self-Portrait by Vincent van Gogh, 1889
Created by: Austin Turner
Austin Turner was inspired by van Gogh's self-portraits and decided to do one of himself. Turner's attention to detail and use of bold color make him a great stand-in for the post-Impressionist painter.
Untitled from Marilyn Monroe by Andy Warhol, 1967
Created by: Abel
Abel's vibrant and colorful reinterpretation of one of Andy Warhol's famous screenprints does the late actress justice with its special attention to her full lips, stunning eye makeup, and golden locks.
Mona Lisa by Leonardo da Vinci, c. 1503-1506
Created by: Snap_chat_art
This unknown artist's recreation of perhaps the world's most recognizable painting is strikingly accurate. The use of color and the artist's ability to capture the subject's plain expression in Snapchat are pretty remarkable.
Girl With a Pearl Earring by Johannes Vermeer, 1665
Created by: Florrie Vincent
Florrie Vincent inserted herself into one of this Dutch painter's most profound works, and her use of bold color makes her quite a convincing Girl With a Pearl Earring.
Flower Thrower by Banksy, 2003
Created by: The Snapchat Artist
The Snapchat Artist's interpretation of this anonymous street artist's work is eye-catching and colorful. We think Banksy, whoever he is, would be proud.
The Scream by Edvard Munch, 1893
Created by: Snapchan: Snapchat Extraordinaire
This Indiana college student's humorous take on one of the art world's most iconic paintings features the uniquely frightening, multicolored sunset of Munch's original work.
The Old Guitarist by Pablo Picasso, 1903
Created by: The Snapchat Artist
The Snapchat Artist's recreation of the Picasso piece, The Old Guitarist, shows both attention to detail and stunning color.
The Son of Man by René Magritte, 1964
Created by: Molly Blondell
Molly clearly has a sense of humor, but that doesn't overshadow her creativity. Though her figure is stout, the overall detailing on the widely recognized, mysterious apple-faced man makes for an interesting rendition of Magritte's original painting.
The Great Wave off Kanagawa by Katsushika Hokusai, c. 1829-1832
Created by: The Snapchat Artist
We couldn't resist including another work done by The Snapchat Artist. His rendition of one of the most famous works of Japanese art is colorful and surprisingly accurate. The waves look just as terrifying and realistic as they do in Hokusai's original print.
Bridge over a Pond of Water Lilies by Claude Monet, 1899
Created by: The Snapchat Artist
The Snapchat Artist has once again proved he has talent with his recreation of a classic Monet painting. Note the use of bold colors and the detailing on the lilies in the pond.