Incredible Artist Illustrates Iconic Actors As They Evolved Over Time
Los Angeles artist and illustrator Jeff Victor has been cultivating his creativity for a long time. After studying art an design at the University of Kansas he went on to work with some of the most famous animations and art studios of all time from Cartoon Network to Dreamworks and ABC Mouse and National Geographic, he has worked alongside, for, and with just about everyone in the animation and illustration industry.
In a series of artwork by Victor, he illustrates the evolutionary progress of iconic characters and/or iconic actors. Sometimes, not every single possibility is presented, but truly the roles that defined them are included and this simple gesture displays an array of talent and passion that is unparalleled in today's society.
Jeff says:
Currently, I'm working as a children's book illustrator, but when I'm not drawing for work, I'm drawing for fun. I am a huge movie fanatic and expresses my love for my favorite movies though my art, by drawing "adorkable" renditions of famous characters.
1. Robin Williams
Wicked CrispyIn an interview, Jeff said:
My tribute to the illustrious career of Robin Williams. Obviously, there are many, many more movies that could be included in this piece, but I tried to represent as many highlights as I could. This particular Evolution was quite emotional to draw. Williams’ work was so meaningful to me, and a big part of my childhood. His death is a loss for us all. I’m not very eloquent at eulogizing, so hopefully my art will speak for itself and remind you of the joy you felt watching his films.
I am selling this piece as a print here, and for every copy I sell, I am donating $5.00 to the St. Jude Children’s Hospital, a charity Williams was very passionate about.
2. Jim Carrey
The facial expressions and talent Jim Carrey posses and utilizes were depicted very well by Jeff.
Wicked Crispy3. Michael Jackson
One of the music industry's most iconic artists of all time and Jeff totally nailed him!
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Let's hope there's still a lot more of Wonder Woman in our futures.
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The man of a million faces.
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Thor has definitely gotten cooler as the years go by.
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The coolest part about Harrison Ford's evolutionary art is that unlike many, many other actors, he managed to dominate two major characters who spanned multiple movies. He is definitely one of a kind and it's really cool to see it in one image.
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He just got cooler over the years, didn't he?
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9. Wolverine
It's really cool to see this character and how he was portrayed by multiple artists. Hugh Jackman will always be my personal favorite, though.
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10. Robert Downey, Jr.
For awhile, we didn't know if RDJ was going to resurface but today we cannot imagine a better Iron Man.
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11. Tom Hanks
Basically the man equivalent of America's sweetheart...
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12. Cat Woman
I bet you didn't realize how many faces Cat Woman has had over the years?
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13. Mel Brooks
Who doesn't love Mel Brooks? Crazy people, that's who.
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14. Angelina Jolie
From starring in Hackers to being a beauty icon, Angelina Jolie sure has a simple but impressive evolutionary timeline.
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15. Princess Leia
The galaxy's most bad*ss princess.
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16. Alan Rickman
He's made us laugh and cry over the years, hasn't he?
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17. Gollum
This evolution will get you right in the feels.
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18. Harley Quinn
Now here's a character that has really changed over the years!
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19. Nicholas Cage
He's not just a meme, folks. He's one heck of an actor.
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20. Liam Neeson
If you intently look at each one in succession you are almost guaranteed to laugh at the last one.
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21. Batman
Many faces and voices have tackled the role of Batman. It is definitely cool to see a depiction of them all at once!
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22. Christopher Lee
He's played so many characters over the years, it's really impressive.
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23. Gary Oldman
What a career!
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24. Vampire Lore
The story of vampires has transformed a lot over the years. What do you think?
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25. Tim Curry
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26. Terminators from the Terminator Franchise
We've seen a wide variety of humanoid killing machines, haven't we?
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27. Bill Murray
My only complaint is that the world hasn't had enough of Bill Murray.
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28. Samuel L. Jackson
This is sure to be a favorite of many.
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29. Captain America
He's America's favorite superhero!
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30. Stanley Kubrik
Chilling!
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31. Uma Thurman
Obviously she has always been epic.
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32. Natlie Portman
She doesn't get enough credit for how awesome she is. There, I said it.
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33. John Hurt
A genuinely incredible actor.
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34. Arnold Schwarzenegger
Personally, I'd have a giggle if seeing him as the Governor of California was included.
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35. Ryan Reynolds
He's clearly gotten better over time.
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36. Marty McFly
I hope you appreciate this as much as I do.
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37. Jack Nicholson
I hope he expands on this one some day, there's so much Jack Nicholson to love.
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38. Sigourney Weaver
Looks to me like we're over due for some more Sigourney Weaver.
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39. Ralph Fiennes
This is so worth appreciating.
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40. Russell Crowe
Russell Crowe has always been bad*ss.
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41. Rick Moranis
Rick Moranis was an entertainment gift, to be honest.
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42. Spider-Man
Alright, let's fight: who is the best Spider-Man?
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43. Superman
This is SUPER.
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44. Walter White
I think we can all appreciate this.
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45. Charlize Theron
We'll never get tired of Charlize Theron.
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46. Supergirl
I bet you didn't even realize how many faces Supergirl has had over the years?
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