# Upcycled Animal Sculptures Ann P. Smith's Recycled Critter Creations are Amazing By manzil | Published 2011-02-08 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ann-p-smith References: [odditycentral](http://www.odditycentral.com/pics/the-upcycled-robotic-wonders-of-ann-p-smith.html) & [burrowburrow](http://www.burrowburrow.com/index.html) Renowned American artist Ann P. Smith's [upcycled animal sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fibredog) display her unique artistic skills and ability to see gold in what some would deem garbage. From [broken materials to unused machine parts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/furniture-capsule-1), materials used for each of the robotic sculptures help to reflect a uique personality. Ann P. Smith's unique [upcycled talent](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recycled-metal-jewellery-reformation-x-clair-waight-keller-create-a-limited) has won her many awards and received international recognition. Enjoy some awesome work by the talented artist in the featured gallery. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.3/10 - Popularity: 61% | Activity: 59% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [DIY](https://www.trendhunter.com/diy) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Upcycling Art:** Exploring the potential of upcycled materials in art to create unique and environmentally-friendly creations. - **Robotic Sculptures:** Integrating robotics and sculpture to create innovative art pieces that combine technology and creativity. - **Sustainable Design:** Implementing sustainable practices in artistic creations to promote eco-friendly and socially responsible artwork. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Art and Design:** Opportunity for artists and designers to incorporate upcycled materials and sustainable practices into their work. - **Recycling and Waste Management:** Potential to collaborate with artists like Ann P. Smith to repurpose discarded materials and reduce waste. - **Robotics and Automation:** Possibilities for collaboration between artists and technology experts to create robotic sculptures with unique artistic vision. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sophisticated Upcycled Home Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/basket-sculptures.md) - [Upcycled Sculptural Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eps-expanded-polystyrene-serie.md) - [Almost-Extinct Animal Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fauna-series.md) - [Abandoned Bikes-Turned Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/objects-from-frames.md) - [Repurposed Studio Scrap Pottery](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daon-pottery.md) - [Otherworldly Wooden Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooden-sculptures-1.md) - [Recycled Lighting Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nytt-lys-collection.md) - [Repurposed Electric Scooter Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emetabolism-collection.md) - [Resin Hardware Revivals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meta-hardware.md)