Classic video game characters being reimagined in new and unique styles isn't always surprising, but artist Canadian Turtle's take on iconic Super Mario characters is nothing short of stunning.
By utilising Japanese mythology, Canadian Turtle has given classic scenes from the Super Mario series a completely new lease of life, opting for a more adult-oriented approach whilst still maintaining the classic look and feel of the franchise. Our personal favourite is the gorgeous take on Mario defeating Gooper Blooper from Super Mario Sunshine.
You can check out more of Canadian Turtle's work over on Instagram, alongside his online print store on InPrnt.
If you've got a unique artistic approach on classic video game characters, feel free to get in touch; we may feature them in the future!
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“Your maiden is in another fortress”
It looks really cool buy why does Peach looks like a guy with a wig on the first painting?
That's pretty f#*king rad! I love all the different artistic interpretations of Mario over the years. I'll never forget those hideous realistic cgi Mario characters from a few years back.
Scary Toad.
Okay we officially need a Mario game for adults where he dismembers monsters with a katana. We NEED it
Bowser in that first image is badass. Gives me Vulcain from Star Fox 64 vibes.
Fire flower breathing - first form
@Zuljaras they had men playing the role of women, as women and young boys were banned from performing in Japanese theatre.
Wow, ukiyo-e-like Super Mario arts! I had no idea that I would ever see something like this.
I heard having two katanas in their waist was a symbol of status. If so, that's some important Toad over there.
I like how ridiculous (as in funny) Mario with FLUDD looks like in the last picture
This art is amazing!
This guy's instagram is awesome!
@Lordplops omg really? If that was done if mind of the artist, kudos.
@Zuljaras guys played all the characters in early Kabuki, a lot of art that was found and preserved from this time had depicted things in kabuki style ( not all of it but some) I guess that's what the artist was going for.
This is just a hunch, so take it with a grain of salt.
@Ratmasterd21 @Lordplops Thank you and yes I know that and I would have not asked because you can clearly see Peach beautifully drawn as a proper female in the other drawing
Maybe perhaps the first one is from the older times when men were the only ones allowed to act in the theaters
This is all in the joke area ofc.
Look at thoSe shoulders on peach. And that tone. Clearly a trap!.
I love the fire flower!
Also, Toad and Peach are hilarious and a bit disturbing like that. 😆
Really neat art. I'm curious what a Goomba would kook like
Omg, the Instagram page has a super disturbing Kirby.
@Zuljaras oh okay I get it.
Reminds me of Jed Henry's artwork: https://ukiyoeheroes.com/
I want to play a game about that Toad. He looks like he’s seen things…
Those are damn brilliant looking! Reminds me of a four coaster set I got years ago that had a re-imagining of Super Mario Bros., Donkey Kong, Legend of Zelda, and Final Fantasy I, but still a different style.
I love the one of Toad
@Zuljaras In ancient Japan, all women were men in wigs.
beautiful art! I would love to be able to draw like this but I guess basic stickmen is as skilful as I get haha
Amazing stuff!
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