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Precious Puppy Sculptures

Minami Kawasaki Crafts Lifelike Canines Using Felt Materials

— March 5, 2012 — Lifestyle
These images of puppies lounging on a comfy cushion will no doubt inspire a few viewers to want to get themselves canine companions, but what you’re looking at are actually sculptures by the talented Japanese artist Minami Kawasaki. Using felt as her media, Kawasaki has crafted lifelike representations of puppies. They’re so authentic visually that some people may even mistake these little dogs as taxidermy.

Minami Kawasaki titled this piece ‘Home Sweet Home,’ which is quite fitting as the little four-legged creatures look as though they’re frolicking about in a familiar habitat.

Upon closer examination, viewers will discover that the teeth and tongue of the one dog with its mouth exposed is actually also made from felt. Why buy actual puppies when you can have something so realistic?
Trend Themes
1. Felt Animal Sculptures - Handcrafted, lifelike animals made of felt allow for a unique and customizable twist on traditional taxidermy.
2. Pet-inspired Art - Artists are creating lifelike sculptures of pets that will capture the hearts of pet lovers everywhere.
3. Realistic Felt Art - The use of felt as a medium is growing in popularity, offering hyperrealistic and detailed results in a unique and eco-friendly way.
Industry Implications
1. Art - The art industry can benefit from the trend of lifelike pet sculptures as it offers a new and unique niche for artists to explore.
2. Home Decor - The trend for lifelike animal sculptures can be incorporated into home decor items to create one-of-a-kind pieces that are sure to impress guests.
3. Eco-friendly Products - The use of felt in creating realistic animal sculptures offers a sustainable and eco-friendly alternative to taxidermy and can appeal to environmentally conscious consumers.
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