Thai photographer and designer Poy takes photos of tiny people figurines and has them live and interact with ordinary life-sized objects.
Poy's inspiration for the posed and miniature figurines comes from the Japanese animation 'Arrietty' by Studio Ghibli. In the animated feature, minuscule people live amongst normal-sized humans who are unaware of their presence. These tiny people photos take on a hyper imaginative and surreal approach in their execution. Poy has his figurines interact and re-purpose everyday objects in an often quirky and humorous manner.
Sometime the figurines seem to be helping the life-sized world through team work. Popcorn kernels being tossed through a flame, a guitar being restrung with dental floss, and deflated grapes being filled with grape soda are just some of the activities these tiny characters get up to.
Quirky Figurine Photoseries
These Photos Imagine Tiny People Interacting with Everyday Objects
Trend Themes
1. Miniature Figurine Photography - The trend of creating photos featuring tiny figurines interacting with everyday objects offers a unique and whimsical perspective on ordinary life.
2. Hyper Imaginative Photography - The trend of hyper imaginative photography, inspired by animated features like 'Arrietty', allows for creative and surreal storytelling through miniature characters.
3. Quirky Repurposing of Objects - The trend of quirky and humorous re-purposing of everyday objects by tiny figurines showcases the potential for creative and unexpected uses of common items.
Industry Implications
1. Photography - The photography industry can explore new techniques and tools to capture and showcase the imaginative world of miniature figurine photography.
2. Animation - The animation industry can incorporate the concept of tiny people living among normal humans in their storytelling, offering unique and intriguing narratives.
3. Product Design - The product design industry can find inspiration in the quirky and creative repurposing of everyday objects by miniature figurines, leading to innovative and unexpected product ideas.