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Tangy Tangerine Peel Artwork

Tangerine Peel Figurines by Yoshihiro Okada are Sweet

— May 17, 2012 — Unique
These Tangerine Peel Figurines by Yoshihiro Okada have shown that fruit peels have a place in more than just compost bins. Using a sharp imagination and an even sharper blade, Okada creates fun animal depictions from decomposable goods.

Okada started making his fruity friends 6 years ago after noticing that his tangerine peel resembled an animal shape. This initial encounter inspired him to perfect his peeling technique. Since then, Yoshihiro Okada has drastically refined his skills and makes upwards of 80 different animals from a single strand of tangerine peel. He often compares his art form to origami as only one material, be it paper or tangerine peel, is used to produce an intricate design. His creations range from squids or monkeys to dragons, lobsters and frogs. For his amphibian creations, Okada uses the lesser ripe green peel for a more realistic representation.

Yoshihiro Okada has authored 2 books hoping to advance the peeling art form and encourage others to engage with it. Both of his books have sold over 100,000 copies and are available in a DVD version. Now you can teach yourself the tricks of peeling art and possibly make crazy critters for your little ones at breakfast time.
Trend Themes
1. Fruit Peel Art - The trend of creating art from fruit peels presents opportunities for artists and designers to explore and innovate with sustainable materials.
2. Origami-inspired Design - The trend of using a single material to produce intricate designs, such as tangerine peels or paper, opens up possibilities for creating unique and eco-friendly artwork.
3. Creative Upcycling - The trend of repurposing waste materials, like tangerine peels, into art showcases the potential for innovative and sustainable solutions in reducing waste and promoting creativity.
Industry Implications
1. Art and Design - The art and design industry can leverage the fruit peel art trend by incorporating sustainable materials and techniques into their creative processes.
2. Education and Publishing - The education and publishing industry can capitalize on the popularity of tangerine peel art by creating instructional materials, such as books and DVDs, to teach and inspire others.
3. Sustainable Products and Packaging - The sustainable products and packaging industry can explore the use of fruit peels, like tangerine peels, as alternative materials for creating eco-friendly packaging or products.
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