Sydney-based Australian digital artist Scadarts (also known as mandal0re on Reddit) uses Photoshop to insert Star Wars characters into classic works of art such as mosaics or even paintings of Vincent van Gogh. Recently, one of his earlier projects placed familiar Jedi heroes in European military portraits, and though the artist does use other types of pop culture characters, his main forte seems to be Star Wars, as he is a huge fan.
We have previously mentioned the artist a few months back in one of our posts where the artist pranked his wife by changing their framed photo at home, and you can find it by clicking here.
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The Creation
Andrew Gibb3 days ago
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Bored Panda reached out to the artist:
“I’m an Australian living in Sydney. I started photoshopping things on my phone about 3 years ago as a part of Reddit photoshop battles.
Star Wars has always been my favorite movie series and the whole old portraits and paintings thing started with the Ewan McGregor ‘General Kenobi’ over a year ago, which was a play on the meme. It was later reposted, which prompted me to make more of them, and it’s just snowballed from there into other pop culture characters, but always seems to come back to Star Wars.
These portraits take on average around 2-3 hours to do. I make them on my iPhone with an app like photoshop and they involve a lot of work on texture layers and lighting to fit into the original pictures.
These past few months have been crazy and the response to everything has been mind-blowing. I’m very grateful to all the people who follow my work and glad I bring some enjoyment to others with what I do.
Having had people like the guys from The Boys and Rosario Dawson share my art has just been phenomenal and I’m very honored and grateful for those opportunities to have come about.”#2
Happy Mando Day!
LeilaOdinis3 days ago
Honored Solider, proud Father.1ReplyView more comments
Is it hard coming up with ideas so frequently, especially Star Wars-themed ones?
“It can be really difficult. Sometimes I’ll have 3 or 4 ideas going at once and then other times I have artist’s block and can’t think of anything.
The great thing about Star Wars is, there are so many characters to draw inspiration from. With all the Legends, comics, and now with all the new Disney+ shows, there’s almost always something to make from it.”
Do you only use your phone to do all of the photo editing?
“Yes, I do! I make them on my iPhone with an app like Photoshop called SuperimposeX and they involve a lot of work on texture layers and lighting to fit into the original pictures.
I actually like the convenience of it as I can edit on the train, waiting somewhere, in bed, etc.”#3
The Scweam
Justin G3 days ago
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Do you ever feel burnt out by doing creative work?
“Sometimes. I think anyone that does art can get that burnt-out feeling, especially in the social media and digital art side of it. Most content really only lives for a day or two before it’s old and there is a need or drive to come up with a new piece or series. You have to push past that, though, and do what you want to do and use what motivates you to make more.”
What would be your tip for those who are getting into photo editing/manipulation?
“Practice, practice, practice, and light! Understanding how light works and using color and contrast makes all the difference.
I learned from doing photoshop battles on Reddit. The community there is amazing and very welcoming. I learned a lot from the other users there.”#4
Leia. Princeps Noster Sanctus
Becklass3 days ago
A Fantastic Character played by a wonderful actress. She was my hero when I was little, a girl who kicked a**e! (I’m 44).4ReplyView more comments
What part of the creative process do you enjoy the most?
“I like the challenges of exploring different art styles. Replicating them can be really difficult and there I definitely get a kick out of it when it works. There are also those rare magic moments when you make something and it just blends perfectly.”
Do you have any other advice for beginner digital artists, especially potential emerging talents who feel a bit unsure of themselves and putting their work out there?
“No one ever succeeded without failing. It’s a part of life and art. You have to remember art is so subjective and what 5 people love, 3 will hate. Negative comments will happen. Always. You just filter them for what may be valid criticism and use it to grow and improve.
Don’t be afraid to reach out to other artists for advice, I still do! It took me 3 years to be where I am and I still know that I don’t know everything, could learn more, get better.
These past few months have been crazy and the response to everything has been mind-blowing. I’m very grateful to all the people who follow my work and glad I bring some enjoyment to others with what I do.
Having had people like the guys from The Boys and Rosario Dawson share my art has just been phenomenal and I’m very honored and grateful for those opportunities to have come about.”#5
Padme Amidala
Samtheperson3 days ago
That is beautiful5ReplyView more comments#6
This Is The Way
SweetKristy3 days ago
Baby, yoda the one for me4ReplyView more comments#7
Birth Of Princess
Flash Henry3 days ago
bad ass4ReplyView more comments#8
Van Binks
ThatOneCrazyFanGirl3 days ago
*shudders*10ReplyView more comments#9
”Looks Like We’ll Have To Travel The Last Stretch With The Windows Down”
Tully Cloud2 days ago
SEEMS THAT WAY.1ReplyView more comments#10
A New Hope
Chance Wilson3 days ago
He-Man?4ReplyView more comments#11
Binks With A Pearl Earring
William Faulk3 days ago
that’s creepy….3ReplyView more comments#12
Do You Have A Moment To Talk About Our Lord And Saviour The Child?
ThatOneCrazyFanGirl3 days ago
“Do You Have A Moment To Talk About Our Lord And Saviour The Child?” YES9ReplyView More Replies…View more comments#13
Kit Fisto
SweetKristy3 days ago
He be so fine, tho4Reply#14
Hail Vader
William Faulk3 days ago
Lord Vador..0ReplyView more comments#15
Hello There!
Shoeb Ahmad3 days ago
Commander of the fleet3ReplyView more comments#16
Luke Skywalker Dominus Jedi
WaitingtokissGregDavis3 days ago
Wicked!!!1ReplyView more comments#17
The Apartment Garden
ThatOneCrazyFanGirl3 days ago
dont mind Chewie…..he’s just taking care of his plants1ReplyView more comments#18
Threepio
William Faulk3 days ago
Dope!2ReplyView more comments#19
The Meeting
ThatOneCrazyFanGirl3 days ago
HOW IT ALL STARTED- AAAAAAAAAAAAA- *screams in fangirl*8ReplyView More Replies…View more comments#20
“This Is Mandalore!” -The Spartalorian
The Last Jedi
Shoeb Ahmad3 days ago
He looks like a Prince2ReplyView more comments#22
The Choice
Gold roses3 days ago
Dinnnnnnn Djariiiiiinnnnn6Reply#23
Dominus Yoda
SweetKristy3 days ago(edited)
i’ve gotten so used to baby yoda, I forgot how the old one looks like, lol5Reply#24
A Tale Of Two Empires: The Smuggler
The Child
ThatOneCrazyFanGirl3 days ago
so cute ❤6ReplyView More Replies…View more comments#26
The Holy Mandalorian Trinity
Gold roses3 days ago
Boba fett Din Djarin and Bo Katan4ReplyView more comments#27
“Would Anyone Care For Some Tea?” – IG-11
Andrew Gibb3 days ago
or a whisky?1ReplyView more comments#28
Going Somewhere, Solo?
Verena Gitterle3 days ago
But Han shot first4Reply#29
Return Of The Jedi
Doris Bennett3 days ago
WOW!0ReplyView more comments#30
Your Destiny Lies With Me, Skywalker
William Faulk3 days ago
noice backdrop, I like this one3Reply#31
Anakin Skywalker
William Faulk3 days ago
if the painting came alive: ” I HATE YOU! for making the worst moment in my life.”2ReplyView more comments#32
Din Djarin
The Jedi Knight
William Faulk3 days ago
xD awesome!0ReplyView more comments#34
Ahsoka Tano: The Clone Wars Version
Anime SImp3 days ago
let me just say , You rock that suit6ReplyView More Replies…View more comments#35
The Chancellor
Captain Solo
Doris Bennett3 days ago
WOW! WOW! WOW! WOW! !WOW!1ReplyView More Replies…View more comments#37
Mace Windu Matrisfututor
Darth Nihlus
WaitingtokissGregDavis3 days ago
I want this.0Reply#39
“Beep Boop” – R2-D2
ThatOneCrazyFanGirl3 days ago
a beep-boop to you too3Reply#40
A Winter Far Far Away
Cynthia Wallace2 days ago
Eeeekkkk.0Reply#41
“I Was Once A Jedi Knight The Same As Your Father”
Aragorn II Elessar3 days ago
Hello there2ReplyView more comments#42
The Boba Lisa
ThatOneCrazyFanGirl3 days ago
XD0ReplyView more comments#43
Death Trooper
The Armorer. This Is The Way
Cynthia Wallace2 days ago
So this is the way.1Reply#45
Lord Vader Trying Out A Different Twist On Old Paintings
Storia Di Due Imperi (A Tale Of Two Empires)
William Faulk3 days ago
Dun DUN DUUUUUUUN0ReplyView more comments#47
Did You Ever Hear The Tragedy Of Darth Plagueis The Wise?
Veteris Ben Kenobi
Aragorn II Elessar3 days ago
Hello there0Reply#49
“C’mon Baby. Do The Magic Hand Thing” – Greef Karga
ThatOneCrazyFanGirl3 days ago
Happy Birthday Your Highnessness
WaitingtokissGregDavis3 days ago
Cheeky!-1ReplyView more comments#51
Ho Ho Ho Ho There
Aragorn II Elessar3 days ago
Hello there1Reply#52
Migs Mayfeld
Centurio Solo
Doris Bennett3 days ago
OMG! Gorgeous !0Reply#54
The Man. The Myth. The Legend
Gold roses3 days ago
Boba fetttttttttttt0ReplyView more comments#55
“I Would Like To See The Baby” – The Client
Allmeow-err3 days ago
My man, Warner !!-1Reply#56
Chewbacca Of Kashyyyk First Of His Name, Protector Of The Realm And Lord Of The Galactic Kingdoms
Cynthia Wallace2 days ago
I feel pretty..oh so pretty….0Reply#57
I Have Spoken
Gold roses3 days ago(edited)
Nooooooo 
I’m still sad3ReplyView more comments#58
“Your Swords Will Make A Fine Addition To My Collection” – General Grievous
Bo-Katan Of Clan Kryze
The Dock Worker Ship Repairer And Cable Knit Sweater Guru
Chewbacca Forti
WaitingtokissGregDavis3 days ago
Chewy immortalised in mosaic. Perfect.1Reply#62
Cad Bane. The Preacher And The Gunslinger
Vince Calabrese2 days ago
Que the the good bad and ugly music!0Reply#63
Vader Unmasked
WaitingtokissGregDavis3 days ago
Love it but so sad.1Reply#64
“The Sarlacc Found Me Somewhat… Indigestible” – Boba Fett
Lord Vader Crossing The Alps
Cynthia Wallace2 days ago
Climb you fool machine…0Reply#66
Grand Admiral Thrawnif
Freya the Wanderer2 days ago
I love that novel trilogy! They are what the last three movies should have been. A pox on Disney for destroying so much Star Wars canon.0Reply#67
Execute Order 66
The Padawan
Palpatine Aeternum
Palpatine Dominus Noster
Thou Wert My Brother
Aragorn II Elessar3 days ago
Hello there0ReplyView More Replies…View more comments#72
I Love Scout Troopers
A Tale Of Two Empires: The Walker
Cynthia Wallace2 days ago
Wrong turn somewhere…0Reply#74
General Plo Koon
Verena Gitterle3 days ago
I like this, but since when is Homelander in Star Wars?0Reply#75
The Republic Will Be Reorganized Into The First Galactic Empire
A Simple Man
The Empire Needs You. Enlist Today!
JinxBox2 days ago
Bored Panda workers, could we have some actual art under the art heading, and less memes/jokes/pop-culture?0Reply#78
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