# Making Sci-Fi Adorable Chris McVeigh Miniaturizes 'Star Wars' Characters By Shelby Lee Walsh | Published 2009-06-14 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adorablizing-star-wars-chris-mcveigh References: [chrismcveigh](http://www.chrismcveigh.com/cm/fun.html) When you think of ‘Star Wars,’ your mind probably doesn’t conjure up the word “cute,” but Chris McVeigh’s fun photographs sure do. This multi-talented author, illustrator and photographer takes [miniature replicas of Stormtroopers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-diorama) and Ewoks and puts them in giggle-worthy scenes. This Halifax, Nova Scotia artist knows how to bring on the funny. He also knows how to [make an Ewok look even cuter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cloudheads) than in the ‘Star Wars’ movie. I just want to cuddle them. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.1/10 - Popularity: 74% | Activity: 42% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Media](https://www.trendhunter.com/media) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Miniaturization of Popular Characters:** McVeigh's miniaturized Star Wars characters showcase the growing trend of using small models of popular characters in art and media. - **Cuteification of Popular Franchises:** McVeigh's adorable 'Star Wars' characters reflect the trend of taking traditionally serious or action-based franchises and adding a cute or comedic spin to them. - **Nostalgia-driven Art:** McVeigh's work highlights the trend of using childhood favorites, such as 'Star Wars,' as inspiration for new art and media. ### Where This Applies - **Entertainment:** The entertainment industry can incorporate miniaturized versions of popular characters into merchandise, films, and TV shows for added appeal. - **Art:** Artists and galleries can capitalize on the trend of making popular franchises more cute and accessible through their work. - **Toy Industry:** The toy industry can create and market miniature versions of popular characters for collectors and fans who enjoy displaying them. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Festive Sci-Fi Building Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gingerbread-atat-walker.md) - [Holiday Collector’s Puzzle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gingerbread-atat.md) - [Transforming Sci-Fi Plush Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pillow-pets-star-wars-chewbacca.md) - [Whimsical Miniature Toy Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grogu.md) - [Hand-Knit Sci-Fi Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handknit-scifi-sculpture.md) - [Sci-Fi-Honoring Toy Puzzle Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/force-of-creativity.md) - [Sci-Fi-Themed Miniature Figurines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/book-of-boba-fett-1.md) - [Sci-Fi Franchise-Inspired Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-wars-collection-2.md) - [Millennium Falcon Trays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-wars-tray.md)