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Thing Design 2

A graphic exploration of cinematic tension and iconic genre imagery.

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Vases 2 — framed, leaning against the wall

Vases 2

Thing Design 2

£28.79
Wildflowers I — framed, leaning against the wall

Wildflowers I

Thing Design 2

£28.79
Wildflowers II — framed, leaning against the wall

Wildflowers II

Thing Design 2

£28.79
Wildflowers III — framed, leaning against the wall

Wildflowers III

Thing Design 2

£28.79
Modern Abstract Minimal Shapes 188 — framed, leaning against the wall

Modern Abstract Minimal Shapes 188

Thing Design 2

£28.79
Layered Bloom — framed, leaning against the wall

Layered Bloom

Thing Design 2

£28.79
Shadowed Blooms — framed, leaning against the wall

Shadowed Blooms

Thing Design 2

£28.79
Kiss — framed, leaning against the wall

Kiss

Thing Design 2

£28.79
Modern Abstract Minimal Shapes 187 — framed, leaning against the wall

Modern Abstract Minimal Shapes 187

Thing Design 2

£28.79
Modern Abstract Minimal Shapes 162 — framed, leaning against the wall

Modern Abstract Minimal Shapes 162

Thing Design 2

£28.79
Abstract Art 55 — framed, leaning against the wall

Abstract Art 55

Thing Design 2

£28.79
Abstract Minimal Horse 4 — framed, leaning against the wall

Abstract Minimal Horse 4

Thing Design 2

£28.79
Abstract Art 55 - 7 — framed, leaning against the wall

Abstract Art 55 - 7

Thing Design 2

£28.79
Abstract Minimal Horse 7 — framed, leaning against the wall

Abstract Minimal Horse 7

Thing Design 2

£28.79
Form And Presence — framed, leaning against the wall

Form And Presence

Thing Design 2

£28.79
Bound By Line — framed, leaning against the wall

Bound By Line

Thing Design 2

£28.79
Girl Holding Flowers 2 — framed, leaning against the wall

Girl Holding Flowers 2

Thing Design 2

£23.99
Bound By Line (indigo) — framed, leaning against the wall

Bound By Line (indigo)

Thing Design 2

£28.79
Form In Motion — framed, leaning against the wall

Form In Motion

Thing Design 2

£28.79

Curated Sets

The collections within Thing’s work

Wildflower Studies — gallery wall

Wildflower Studies

3 Prints · Ready to Frame

These works share a consistent soft palette, delicate floral subject matter, and a light, airy technique. — ‘Wildflowers I’, ‘Wildflowers II’ and ‘Wildflowers III’.

$125.97$41.99 per piece
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Abstract Forms — gallery wall

Abstract Forms

This grouping features a cohesive modern abstract style, characterized by bold shapes and a harmonious, muted color scheme.

$167.96· 4 Prints · Ready to Frame
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Bound by Line — gallery wall

Bound by Line

These pieces are connected by their shared subject of abstract figures and a distinctive linear, almost sculptural technique.

$125.97· 3 Prints · Ready to Frame
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Botanical Whispers — gallery wall

Botanical Whispers

United by their focus on stylized botanical subjects and a soft, painterly technique with subtle depth.

$125.97· 3 Prints · Ready to Frame
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About Thing

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Thing Design 2 represents a specific iteration of graphic illustration, most notably linked to the visual legacy of 1980s genre cinema. This designation identifies a series of alternative movie prints that reimagine iconic film imagery through a distinct, illustrative lens. The work is rooted in the detailed craftsmanship of commercial graphic art, focusing on the atmosphere and visual tension found in classic horror and science fiction narratives. While the name functions as a label for specific product versions rather than a single individual's personal history, the collection maintains a clear aesthetic focus. These prints are associated with the work of illustrator Christopher Butler, capturing the suspenseful moods and intricate details that define cult cinema. The result is a body of work that serves as a graphic tribute to the textures and themes of influential film history.

Visual voice

The aesthetic centers on bold graphic compositions that pay homage to cult cinema through high-contrast layouts and intricate linework. These works utilize a moody, atmospheric palette to capture the suspenseful and visceral nature of 1980s science fiction and horror.
Alternative Movie PrintsGraphic IllustrationCult CinemaSci-Fi HorrorHigh-Contrast DesignCinematic Atmosphere

Good to Know

What does the name Thing Design 2 refer to?

It is a label used to identify specific versions of graphic prints, particularly alternative movie posters for the 1982 film The Thing.

Who is the illustrator behind these works?

The prints in this collection are associated with the illustrator Christopher Butler, who trades under the name ChrisButlerDesigns.

What is the primary subject matter of this collection?

The collection focuses on graphic iterations of iconic film imagery, specifically rooted in the horror and science fiction genres.

What style of art is featured in these prints?

These are detailed graphic illustrations characterized by high-contrast designs and a focus on the atmospheric moods of cult cinema.

Are there biographical details available for Thing Design 2?

Because the name identifies a specific product iteration rather than a person, there are no verifiable records regarding formal training or exhibition history under this specific label.

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