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DIY Spidey Poster Goes Viral!
28 Aug
Summary
- An employee drew a homemade Spider-Man poster after official ones didn't arrive.
- The drawing, inspired by the 'Spooderman' meme, gained huge online traction.
- The unexpected artwork received over 54,000 upvotes on Reddit.
A Canadian movie theater employee took matters into his own hands when official posters for Spider-Man: Brand New Day failed to arrive. Drake Landon, working at Famous Players in Prince George, British Columbia, drew his own rendition of the superhero, channeling inspiration from the popular 'Spooderman' meme.
His homemade artwork, featuring the web-slinger in a familiar pose, was accompanied by a note apologizing for the lack of official materials. This creative solution was shared online and quickly gained significant attention, accumulating more than 54,000 upvotes on Reddit.
Landon later confirmed he was the artist, explaining that shipment issues led to his boss requesting the drawing. The employee expressed surprise at the widespread online reaction to his artwork, which unexpectedly became a viral sensation.
Other internet users praised Landon's effort and the quality of his drawing, noting it was "really well done" and that he "definitely deserve the recognition." Spider-Man: Brand New Day is currently playing in theaters.
