Nintendo's Mario character is arguably the most recognized video game star of all-time with fans all over the world. One particular admirer Twitter user BitBlt Korry made a toothpick tribute by recreating the iconic menu screen from Nintendo's 1985 'Super Mario Bros.' video game, using 14,000 toothpicks in the process.
The level of detail that was put into this toothpick tribute is astonishing. The creator even stuck out some toothpicks more than others to give the project a 3D perspective. A very careful planner, the artist first generated a precise computer image of the menu screen to guide him as he built, and then made calculations to ensure the project would be made exactly to his liking.
Overall the finished product needed five days to be completed and cost $100, but fans of the Japanese-Italian plumber would probably declare it as time and money well spent.
Toothpick Gamer Tributes
This Super Mario Bros. Start Screen Was Created with 14,000 Toothpicks
Trend Themes
1. Fan-made Art Tributes - As fans continue to create tributes to their favorite characters and franchises, businesses can harness this trend by engaging with their communities and facilitating fan-made art contests.
2. Craftsmanship Arts and Skills - As people continue to explore new ways to use traditional crafts, businesses can find innovative ways to incorporate craftsmanship arts and skills into their manufacturing processes, packaging designs, and stores' experiences.
3. Nostalgia Branding - As people continue to value past cultural references and iconic characters, businesses can leverage nostalgia branding to design marketing campaigns around well-known characters.
Industry Implications
1. Arts and Entertainment - As fan-made art and tributes continue to gain traction, companies in the Arts and Entertainment industry can organize fan contests and exhibitions to engage with their communities.
2. Retail and Manufacturing - As people explore new ways to create art, companies in the Retail and Manufacturing industry can incorporate craftsmanship arts and skills into their products to differentiate themselves from their competition.
3. Branding and Marketing - As people continue to engage with nostalgia content and iconic characters, businesses in the Branding and Marketing industry can leverage that by incorporating nostalgia branding into their advertising campaigns.