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I'm not sure "fan art" has an exact definition, but I think the term only applies to art inspired by fictional creations, not art based on history or mythology.
by olavk 9y ago
I'm not sure "fan art" has an exact definition, but I think the term only applies to art inspired by fictional creations, not art based on history or mythology.
- emodendroket 9y agoThe Aeneid is clearly inspired by and derivative of Homer.
- olavk 9y agoYeah but Homer was considered history or mythology, not fiction. Homer didn't invent the characters or story line. I guess it is rather grey area, but I consider "fan art" art that is derivative of a specific artistic expression. E.g. if i draw Robin Hood as a vampire, it is not fan art, but if I draw Disneys Robin Hood as a vampire, it is fan art. Don't know if that makes sense?
- emodendroket 9y agoHe outright has pastiches on scenes in Homer, so I think it still works.