Synthwave Aesthetic
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Overview
Synthwave visual aesthetics are characterized by their vibrant color schemes, typically dominated by neon blues and hot pinks against darker backgrounds. Common themes include '80s pop culture references, futuristic cityscapes, digital landscapes, and science fiction elements.
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Historically
Emerging in the late 2000s, the synthwave aesthetic originated as a visual complement to the synthwave music genre. Its style was inspired by '80s graphic design, movies, and video games, and further popularized through album covers, posters, and digital art.
Influencers
James White (Digital artist and designer, Canada)
David Legnon (Visual artist and designer, USA)
Denny Busyet (Visual artist and illustrator, Indonesia)
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