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# Life-Sized Model Kits
'And When I'm a Man' is a Plastic Replica of Artist Wayne Chisnall

By Meghan Young | Published 2011-01-12 | Life-Stages
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/and-when-im-a-man
References: [gizmodo](http://gizmodo.com/5730478/assemble-your-very-own-human-with-this-life) & [waynechisnall.blogspot](http://waynechisnall.blogspot.com/2011/01/states-of-reverie-exhibition-at-scream.html)

If I got a strange sense of satisfaction snapping out pieces for [toy model kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-icons-project-hail-mary-set), I can't even imagine what I'll feel when assembling 'And When I’m a Man.' A [life-sized toy version](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lifesize-lego-technic-mclaren-p1) of the artist himself, it is a unique piece of artwork, to say the least.

Created by Wayne Chisnall, 'And When I’m a Man' is comprised of twelve body parts that piece together to form one [large action figure](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-toys-2). It is currently being showcased during the States of Reverie exhibition at Scream in Mayfair, London.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 6.1/10
- Popularity: 80% | Activity: 94% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia

## Categories

[Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/toys)

## Key Themes

### What's Driving This Trend

- **Life-sized Model Kits:** The rise of life-sized model kits for individuals or businesses to create unique pieces of artwork or promotional displays.
- **Interactive Art Installations:** Creating interactive art installations that allow viewers to engage with art in a more tactile and immersive way.
- **Reimagining Sculpture:** Innovating traditional sculpture through the use of unique materials and interactive elements.

### Who This Affects Most

- **Art and Design:** Opportunities arise for artists to create life-sized sculptures that can be sold to collectors or businesses that want unique and interactive art installations.
- **Marketing and Advertising:** Brands could participate in art exhibitions by using life-sized model kits to create attention-grabbing displays that promote their products and services.
- **Toy and Hobby:** Incorporating new technologies and materials into the production of model kits could create exciting new variations on traditional model and toy collections.

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