Friends is one of the most celebrated and successful television shows of all time. It is full of exciting city, and it focuses on relatable ups and downs of life.
Therefore, over the years, a lot of fan art has been created to honor this series. Viewers have sketched these famous pals, colored the notable spots in the story, and recreated images and lines that are instantly recognizable to all fans. Whether it's illustrations of the gang's favorite hangout spot or mash-ups of the characters in a Dungeons and Dragons world, there's no shortage of creative takes on one of the most iconic sitcoms of all time.
Central Perk
On Friends, the gang’s favorite place to hang out was Central Perk, a coffee shop that featured this cozy couch. Many laughs and tears and cups of joe were shared on this piece of furniture, making it a home away from home for these characters.
Deviant Art's SheSaidNevermore shared a work that showed off this couch, with the brick wall, warm lighting, and decorative signs behind it. Those who adored this shop dreamed of curling up here with these best buds, and through designs like these, fans can enjoy it all in a whole new and creative way.
The Intro
Along with famous TV shows comes famous theme songs, and the introduction to Friends is a classic. There is the clapping, the fountain, and the umbrellas, which were all put on display in this piece by emilysketch_ on Twitter.
This illustration that combines the iconic fountain from the opening credits is a perfect reference to the series, and the characters look great in this imagining of what an animated series might look like.
Caricatures
Tourists visiting New York City often make a stop at some of the local artists who specialize in caricatures. These artists draw people in an over-exaggerated and cartoonish way, as seen in this next artwork, which was ed to Fanpop by boytoy_84.
Even as cartoons, Chandler, Monica, Ross, Phoebe, Rachel and Joey are instantly recognizable. The Central Perk coffee cup and Phoebe's guitar are nice touches, too.
Friends + DnD
Some pieces of fan art combine two fandoms, such as Friends and Dungeons & Dragons, a fantasy tabletop role-playing game.
Evilviel_art put a twist on things and gave these characters armor and weapons, making them ready for anything and making them look very tough!
Catchphrases
Another example from Deviant Art was done by Immah, and it has several notable features.
The pals are on that same couch in Central Perk, since it was their go-to hangout. Here, they are all speaking some of their well-known lines, as Ross is talking about being on a break, Monica is talking about cleaning, and Phoebe is talking about a smelly cat.
The One With All The Thanksgivings
The relationships on television shows are some of the audiences’ favorite parts, and Friends had a couple of iconic relationships, like Monica and Chandler. Those who are familiar with the show know the scene that featured Monica with a turkey on her head. And those who really know the show know that that was the moment when Chandler told her he loved her for the first time.
On Deviant Art, miguel-amshelo celebrated this iconic Thanksgiving episode with this piece.
Bros
Another fan favorite relationship on the show is the friendship between Joey and Chandler. While all of the characters were like family, there was something very special about the bond between these two goofy guys.
This artwork by vltraviolet had them cuddling in bed and included a caption that shows Joey looking a bit stressed out and Chandler reading a book that doesn't have any pictures. How adorable!
Art That Can Be Heard
Who else can hear this voice perfectly? Friends would not have been complete with Janice, who had an on-again, off-again relationship with Chandler. She would enter a room, popping up out of nowhere, saying this line in the most grating and annoying voice imaginable.
Juano actually shared this sketch of her on Drawception, a drawing game that is kind of like the game of Telephone, and it was a pretty spot-on depiction.
Picture Frame
A popular real-life photo of the cast has them holding up and posing behind a picture frame. AuntyRichie made a cartoon version of this image.
Once again, details like the hair color, facial features, and clothing make it easy to instantly spot who is who in this bright and bold piece. Is anyone else now wanting an animated reboot of this TV show?!
Iconic Words & Images
This final piece of fan art, by Shabaz Shaikh, also put the characters on display in an animated way ... but there's more. There is the fountain and the couch. There is the iconic quotes, like "How you doin'?" and "Pivot!"
And there are other staple tropes from the series, like Marcel on Ross' shoulder and the many snacks in Joey's arms.