Digital To Canvas: 20 Oil Paintings Of Viral Memes By Daniel Arthur

Contemporary artist uses oil paints to illustrate viral memes found online on traditional canvas.

APR 7, 2025

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Artist Daniel Arthur is inspired by the popular images we see online to illustrate them in oil paintings on real canvas. Most of the images available in his collection will probably trigger a faint memory of something that gave you pause for a moment or incited mild amusement while scrolling. The unique nature of Arthur’s drawings is that he skillfully blends humour and art to create a physical representation of digital trends that can be displayed to the world. His pieces have captured the attention of other famous artists as well as a few of Hollywood’s rising superstars. If you're up to date with internet culture, most of Arthur's contemporary artworks will likely look familiar. We’ve compiled a list of his best pieces, according to fans and followers, that accurately mimic popular memes while imbuing them with a twist of traditional artistry in the gallery below. More info: Instagram | danielarthury.com | Facebook | youtube.com

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