In the latest trend of individual creativity and art, many families have decided to go against the grain and send friends and family something other than the idyllic family photo on a Christmas card. Many cited Pinterest as inspiration for the silly and sometimes twisted themes of the cards.
Some families took inspiration from holiday classics such as “Home Alone” and “A Christmas Story”, while others went a different way and featured a picture of the parents tied up with the little girl apparently holding them hostage unless Santa brings those gifts. Babies dressed as elves, babies dressed as Santa, and babies climbing out of musical instruments all graced Christmas cards this year. Some cards were risqué and pushed the envelope with innuendo, while others were innocent and capitalized on cuteness.
Christmas Card Art
While there will always be critics of the particular theme of the cards, whether it is cheesy, possibly inappropriate, or hilarious, the concept of uniquely individualized cards seem to be catching on. As technology makes it easier to take pictures and digitally alter them at home, many parents and families are really going all out with their ideas.
Some of the cards really give something of value to the art world in the form of impressive holiday masterpieces, while others make us smile in fond remembrance of favorite movies or themes. Whatever the case may be, we’re sure the recipients of these cards laughed and said “That’s the — family!” What’s your favorite idea for a holiday card with your family?