Artwork, fashion, and cultural trends of the past can often be fun to incorporate in the artwork of today. The March/ April 2005 issue of Somerset Studio has fun with the retro images of the past that find there way into the today’s world. Diana Tweldt creates a tribute to one of the greatest rock n’ roll bands of all time with her mod-inspired beatlemania dress. Barb E. Rickard plays with science fiction movie posters to relive the days of drive-ins and double features. The artist portfolio uncovers the work of Melissa Markell, whose retro-inspired artwork illustrates the joy of incorporating these colorful materials into today’s modern world.

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