The LEGO Sniper Rifle is a Fully Functional Weapon
Katherinev123 — June 14, 2010 — Life-Stages
References: geekologie & gearfuse
A man named Jack Streat (his name alone is badass) has created a fully functional 'LEGO Sniper Rifle,' a toy block gun that actually works.
With the ability to shoot LEGO bricks, the LEGO Sniper Rifle is modeled after a Lee Enfield Sniper Rifle and can actually shoot the bricks accurately a few feet away. If you are skeptical, watch the video to see the LEGO Sniper Rifle in action--you won't be disappointed!
Implications - This mix of innocence and violence is very popular in the artist community right now. Ultimately, this is a very modern form of satirical art that speaks to a generation of consumers who feel that the availability of news surrounding global poverty has robbed them of their innocence.
With the ability to shoot LEGO bricks, the LEGO Sniper Rifle is modeled after a Lee Enfield Sniper Rifle and can actually shoot the bricks accurately a few feet away. If you are skeptical, watch the video to see the LEGO Sniper Rifle in action--you won't be disappointed!
Implications - This mix of innocence and violence is very popular in the artist community right now. Ultimately, this is a very modern form of satirical art that speaks to a generation of consumers who feel that the availability of news surrounding global poverty has robbed them of their innocence.
Trend Themes
1. Toy Block Weapons - As interest grows in toy weapons that actually work, there is potential for companies to create new and innovative toy weapons for children and collectors.
2. Artistic Satire - By combining innocent toys with violent themes, artists are able to create thought-provoking and unconventional pieces that appeal to a modern audience.
3. Functional Art - The LEGO Sniper Rifle is an example of how functional items can also be artistic, inspiring companies to explore new ways of combining art and function.
Industry Implications
1. Toy Manufacturing - Toy companies have an opportunity to create new and innovative toy weapons that appeal to both children and collectors, pushing the boundaries of traditional toy making.
2. Art and Design - By exploring unconventional themes and materials, artists and designers have the potential to create compelling and thought-provoking pieces that appeal to a modern audience.
3. Lego - As LEGO blocks continue to be a popular choice for artists and makers, LEGO could potentially explore new collaborations and partnerships with artists and designers who are pushing the boundaries of the medium.
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