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Miniature City Murals

Artist Hasan Kale Finds No Object Too Small to Paint On

— April 2, 2013 — Unique
Hasan Kale, an artist hailing from Turkey, is a master painter. But it isn't necessarily his paintings that has people talking. Instead, it is Hasan Kale's choice of canvases. Foregoing the traditional plain-woven material, he finds himself unorthodox objects to paint on, the smaller the better. From butterfly wings and snail shells to different pieces of pasta, Hasan Kale creates murals that pay tribute to his native city, Istanbul.

Termed 'micro art,' Hasan Kale's paintings boggle the mind. It is hard to imagine how he managed to achieve such detail and color. Staying true to the beautiful skylines of his city, Hasan Kale even managed to paint a stunning scene on a cactus spike. His tools are so small, he even uses his fingertip as a palette. That is pretty adorable.
Trend Themes
1. Micro Art Trend - The trend of using extremely small and unusual objects as canvases for intricate paintings and murals, such as butterfly wings and snail shells.
2. City-specific Art Trend - The trend of creating artwork that pays tribute to a specific city, such as Hasan Kale's murals of Istanbul.
3. Unorthodox Canvas Trend - The trend of using unorthodox materials as canvases for art, such as different pieces of pasta.
Industry Implications
1. Art - Hasan Kale's innovative use of tiny and diverse objects as canvases offers an opportunity for artists to explore unusual materials in their own work.
2. Tourism - City-specific micro art exhibits could create a unique and immersive experience for tourists visiting a particular city, boosting tourism revenue.
3. Home Decor - The use of micro art on smaller objects such as kitchen tiles or vases offers an opportunity for home decor companies to offer unique and personalized products.
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