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The Leather Parrot by Zim and Zou is Seemingly Realistic

— July 6, 2012 — Art & Design
The Leather Parrot for Hermès by Zim and Zou is made completely out of colorful leather pieces. Zim and Zou created this parrot with so much detail that it appears real enough to make you want to teach it funny words. This project was created to be a part of an exhibition in Hong Kong for Hilton McConnico. The parrot is made completely out of small pieces of individually cut leather in blue, green, yellow, turquoise, grey and black hues.

Zim and Zou is a French studio formed by artists Lucie Thomas and Thibault Zimmermann. They create a variety of graphic design projects, illustrations and paper sculptures that are completely unique. Thomas and Zimmerman studied graphic design together for three years, and they make their rough drafts on paper instead of computer imaging.

Trend Themes
1. Colorful Leather Art - Artists are using colorful leather pieces to create unique and realistic sculptures, offering a new form of artistic expression.
2. Hyper-realistic Animal Sculptures - Artists are pushing the boundaries of realism by creating hyper-realistic animal sculptures that deceive the viewer's perception.
3. Alternative Material Crafts - Craftsmen and artists are exploring the use of alternative materials, such as leather, to create innovative and visually stunning artwork.
Industry Implications
1. Art and Design - The art and design industry can leverage the trend of colorful leather art to attract art enthusiasts and collectors looking for unique and visually captivating pieces.
2. Luxury Goods and Fashion - Luxury brands and fashion houses can incorporate hyper-realistic animal sculptures made from leather as unique and attention-grabbing decor or accessories to appeal to discerning customers.
3. Craft and Hobby - The craft and hobby industry can promote the use of alternative materials, such as leather, in crafting projects to inspire creativity among enthusiasts and offer new avenues for artistic expression.
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