# Miniature Manicure Figurines Alice Bartlett's Nail Art Spawns a Petite Craze By Jordy E | Published 2012-09-07 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alice-bartlett1 References: [design-milk](http://design-milk.com/tiny-art-fingertips-nail-landscapes-by-alice-bartlett/) & [flickr](http://www.flickr.com/photos/alicebartlett/7183227238/) London-based computer coder Alice Bartlett delved into the miniature art world while browsing the model train section of a craft store. She took up interest in the idea of a [fingertip photoshoot](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/small-muji), one that would make use of faux grass and dwarf-sized dolls. Bartlett is quick to point out her disinterest in the latest [nail trends](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nail-designer-ai). She instead wishes to create captivating images by way of one's hands, the perfect set for a miniscule production. These faded snapshots betray a sense of grandeur despite the petite scale that Bartlett worked with. Those who wish to follow in her footsteps can line the figurines throughout living rooms and kitchens post photo-op, providing the [tiniest of decorative pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miniverse-make-it-mini-spaces). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.3/10 - Popularity: 86% | Activity: 96% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Miniature Art:** Opportunity to create and innovate in the field of miniaturized art and design. - **Fingertip Photography:** Innovative ways to capture unique and captivating images using hands as the focal point. - **Decorative Figurines:** Potential market for small decorative figurines to be used as home decor or collectibles. ### Where This Applies - **Visual Arts:** Artists and designers can explore new possibilities in miniaturized art and photography. - **Craft Supplies:** Opportunity for craft stores to offer miniature art supplies and materials. - **Home Decor:** Home decor retailers can tap into the demand for small decorative figurines as part of a growing trend. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Functional Mini Cosmetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/make-it-mini-makeup.md) - [Miniature Baking Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-food.md) - [Supermarket-Inspired Nail Art Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/festival-inspired-nail-art.md) - [Miniaturized Doll Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-barbieland.md) - [Color-In Press-On Nails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tipzy.md) - [AI Nail Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nail-designs-ai.md) - [AI Nail Designers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artinails.md) - [Smart At-Home Nail Salons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/at-home-nail-salon.md) - [Customization-Friendly Nail Art Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nail-art-studio.md)