# Photographic 3D-Printed Figurines Twinkind Creates Hyperrealistic Figurines from Snapped Images By Jana Pijak | Published 2014-12-05 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3d-printed-figurines References: [cnet](http://www.cnet.com/news/the-most-realistic-3d-printed-portraits-weve-seen/) & [twinkind](http://www.twinkind.com) Twinkind is a German company that specializes in creating hyperrealistic and 3D-printed figurines. The mini statues will appeal to [fans of photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai4photos) and modern design. Once snapped using a camera, individuals and their pets are transformed into incredibly lifelike, 3D-printed figurines that will blow your mind. From facial features to customized fashions, the Hamburg-based design studio creates stunning sculptures that will make you do a double take. The artful toys are a favorite among collectors and can be sourced by the whole family. If you're a fan of miniatures and 3D-printed design, Twinkind's photographic figurines are a product to keep your eye on. The customized figurines illustrate the power of modern technology and prove just how far the 3D-printing design industry has come. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.4/10 - Popularity: 78% | Activity: 76% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Hyperrealistic 3d-printed Figurines:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for the toy and collectibles industry to offer customers personalized and unique figurines using 3D printing technology. - **Customized 3d-printed Sculptures:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for the photography industry to offer customers lifelike sculptures of their subjects taken from snapshots using 3D printing technology. - **Photographic 3d-printed Miniatures:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for the art and design industry to create miniature and hyperrealistic sculptures using 3D printing technology. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Toy and Collectibles Industry:** Disruptive innovation opportunity to offer customers personalized and unique figurines using 3D printing technology, changing the traditional way of manufacturing figurines. - **Photography Industry:** Disruptive innovation opportunity to offer customers lifelike sculptures of their subjects taken from snapshots using 3D printing technology, changing the traditional way of capturing and preserving memories. - **Art and Design Industry:** Disruptive innovation opportunity to create miniature and hyperrealistic sculptures using 3D printing technology, changing the traditional way of sculpting and designing art pieces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Selfie-Based Action Figures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/formlabs.md) - [Selfie-Centric Action Figures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selfie-series.md) - [Giftable Customized Figurines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pop-yourself-funko.md) - [AI-Powered Digital Fashion Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pixelz-x-le-troch.md) - [Collectible Historical Figurines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thrilljoy-pix.md) - [Unique 3D Printing Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3d-printed-church.md) - [Unique Children's Anime Figures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/little-you-3d.md) - [Customizable Vinyl Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/makeship.md) - [3D-Printed Flip Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stl-sculptures.md)