Christen Mooney captures a picture using the YOUR MISAMISA virtual try-on effect
YOUR MISAMISA & DOLL ON A FARM
ThugPop x Kristina Vilyams
June 2021
Collaboration with Christen Mooney (ThugPop) on the DOLL ON A FARM and YOUR MISAMISA AR try-on effects, translating his bold visual language into immersive digital experiences.
DOLL ON A FARM was featured in Lenslist’s Weekly Selection #54 of 2021.
Christen Mooney, also known as ThugPop, is a multidisciplinary artist, model, and fashion figure recognized for his contributions to art, music, and fashion. As a creative force, ThugPop is celebrated for blending nostalgic and spiritual iconography into his visual works, which often explore themes of healing and identity. His artistry spans various mediums, including visual collages, textile work, and digital creations, while his unique aesthetic incorporates glitter, bows, and other references to his personal experiences and cultural influences.
Visual Artist Christen Mooney
After growing up on the East Coast and establishing a presence in New York’s fashion scene, Christen Mooney transitioned toward a deeply personal artistic practice. His debut series, Cooning For Cash, garnered critical acclaim for its evocative woven tapestries, drawing visual inspiration from Bob Mizer’s 1970s photography for the Athletic Model Guild. The work delves into nuanced themes of identity, self-acceptance, and the complexities of the Black male experience.
Mooney is a prominent voice in contemporary fashion and visual culture, having collaborated with influential figures and labels including Jean Paul Gaultier, Lotta Volkova, Telfar, Shayne Oliver, and Anonymous Club. As a longtime muse for Hood By Air, he embodies a unique intersection of art, fashion, and performance. Beyond the visual arts, Mooney is also recognized as a model, fashion stylist, DJ, and musician, known for his unapologetically bold aesthetic and ability to redefine creative expression across disciplines.
Christen Mooney from the ‘ThugPop Closet’ collection. Photography Eli Correia. Courtesy of ThugPop
Christen Mooney for Jean Paul Gaultier x Lotta Volkova. Photography Johnny Dufort
Christen Mooney for Jean Paul Gaultier x Lotta Volkova. Photography Johnny Dufort
Your Misamisa and Doll On a Farm
In collaboration with Christen Mooney, we developed two signature AR try-on experiences — DOLL ON A FARM and YOUR MISAMISA — each meticulously crafted to reflect his singular creative vision and multifaceted artistic identity.
DOLL ON A FARM was recognized in Lenslist’s Weekly Selection #54 of 2021, highlighting its innovative approach to extended reality and its alignment with Christen’s imaginative, genre-defying aesthetic.
Christen Mooney captures a picture using the YOUR MISAMISA virtual try-on effect
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