Famous Sci-Fi Scenes Painted As 16th Century Ottoman Miniatures

In what amounts to be the coolest thesis project ever, Istanbul artist Murat Palta depicted scenes from popular Western  films using classic motifs from 16th century Ottoman miniatures, including a lot of moments from our  favorite science fiction classics. Hit the jump to marvel at his art/mourn the mediocrity of your thesis in comparison!

Alien

 

The Shining

 

Terminator 2

Kill Bill

Inception

What a cool way to finish up art school!

(via I09 and Behance.)

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