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Recycled Toy Dioramas

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

Nina Bentley's Found Object Sculptures are Made From Discarded Trinkets

— December 17, 2014 — Art & Design
These found object sculptures are the work of artist Nina Bentley who transforms discarded trinkets into 3D masterpieces. The artist's works have been displayed in renowned art institutions including the Worrell Smith Gallery and range from sculptural typewriters to conceptual hourglass figurines.

Nina Bentley's found object sculptures are whimsical and intricately crafted. The art pieces boast an incredible amount of detail and are a new way to look at repurposed art work. Marrying imagination with sustainability, these customized toy sculptures resemble handcrafted dioramas and are often accented with action figurines or bride and groom cake toppers. Their human figurine elements give these sculptures an eerie feel and transform found objects into monumental and meaningful 3D canvases.
Trend Themes
1. Whimsical Found Object Art - Using discarded trinkets, artists can create whimsical and intricately crafted sculptures, offering a fresh perspective on repurposed artwork.
2. Customized Toy Sculptures - Creating customized toy sculptures from found objects opens up new possibilities for repurposing and transforming discarded toys into unique art pieces.
3. Sustainable Diorama Art - Combining sustainability and imagination, repurposed dioramas made from discarded objects can be a new form of sustainable art with intricate detail and human figurine elements.
Industry Implications
1. Art and Sculpture - The art and sculpture industry can explore the use of discarded trinkets and toys to create innovative and sustainable artworks.
2. Upcycling and Repurposing - The upcycling and repurposing industry can tap into the trend of creating customized toy sculptures and dioramas from discarded objects, offering unique and eco-friendly products.
3. Sustainable Design - Sustainable designers can incorporate the concept of repurposing and found object art into their creations, producing eco-friendly and visually appealing products.
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