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Upcycled Insect Sculptures

These Arthrobots are Incredible Sculptures from Recycled Materials

— February 18, 2011 — Art & Design
Manchester-based artist Tom Hardwidge's Arthrobots are incredible and awesome sculptures of insects created from recycled materials.

According to Tom Hardwidge, the required materials to make these Anthrobots are collected from local stores and even acquired from eBay. Tom Hardwidge's intricate Arthrobots have definitely taken steampunk art to a whole new level. Enjoy the incredible Arthrobots in the featured gallery.

Implications - There is a lot to be said for products that take unexpected materials and find creative ways to reinvent them. Items that boast creative and environmentally friendly ingenuity are widely accepted by consumers because of their uniqueness, and companies can take capitalize on that by rethinking the way in which they build and market their products.
Trend Themes
1. Upcycled Art - Businesses can explore using recycled materials to create unique and eco-friendly products like Tom Hardwidge's Arthrobots.
2. Steampunk Design - Steampunk elements can be integrated into different product designs to create distinctive and visually appealing creations like Hardwidge's Arthrobots.
3. Insect-inspired Creations - Inspiring product designs can come from nature, like Hardwidge's Arthrobots, and can be explored for different industries.
Industry Implications
1. Art and Sculpture - Artists and sculptors can take inspiration from Hardwidge's Arthrobots and explore using recycled materials to create unique and eco-friendly pieces.
2. Fashion and Accessories - Designers in the fashion and accessories industry can explore using steampunk elements and insect-inspired design to create unique and eye-catching products.
3. Home Decor and Furnishings - Home decor and furnishing companies can use Hardwidge's Arthrobots as inspiration for creating unique and eco-friendly products by incorporating insect-inspired elements and using recycled materials.
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