‘Up’ Fan Art Further Illustrates the Sweetness of a Poignant Story (PHOTOS)
When Pixar’s Up was released in 2009, it was widely recognized as not only one of the most darling animated films ever made, but also one of the loveliest love stories ever told.
In Up, an elderly widower named Carl embarks on a quest to see the wilds of South America with the help of an explorer named Russell and thousands of balloons — all in an effort to complete a promise to his beloved late wife, Ellie.
MyModernMetropolis, a fabulous site where “where art enthusiasts and trendspotters connect over creative ideas,” recently showcased some remarkable work by artists who have taken Up to heart in the form of illustrations inspired by the film.
Each image is unique, but they’re all tied together in the warmth generated from the brush strokes and the emotion invoked therein.
Take a look at some of them:
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Carl
Illustration by Jerrod Maruyama
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Love in the Greatest Adventure
Illustration by Ciara Panacchia
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Cross Your Heart
Illustration by Hesstoons
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A Tatooine Explorer is a Friend
Illustration by James Hance
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Adventure is Out There
Illustration by Rogie
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Carl and Ellie
Illustration by Samycat
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Kawaii Up
Illustration by Jerrod Maruyama
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Someone Who Loves You
Illustration by James Hance
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Spirit of Adventure
Illustration by JonMeru
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Pixart Up
Illustration by Vencys Lao
For even more charming Up fan art, visit MyModernMetropolis.com
All illustrations used with permission from each artist
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