# Cupids for Gearheads Self-Taught Artist Miguel Mejia Creates Sculptures from Junk By Katie Cordrey | Published 2010-02-07 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artist-miguel-mejia References: [novica](http://www.novica.com/itemdetail/index.cfm?pid=142525) Peruvian-born artist Miguel Mejia is a self-taught artist who makes sculpture from recycled metals including old motorcycle and car parts. Nuts, bolts, and motorcycle chains are some of the parts that went into the ‘Cupid, Love is in the Air’ sculpture in the gallery. Miguel Mejia’s work is sold online through Novica. The Andean artist is enthused about the idea of the online gallery and says, “The fact that you can see them from your home fills me with the desire and energy to continue creating more art works.” ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.2/10 - Popularity: 14% | Activity: 14% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Recycled Metal Sculptures:** There is a growing trend of artists creating sculptures from recycled metal, providing opportunities for innovation in sustainable art and design. - **Online Art Galleries:** The rise of online art galleries is a trend that can disrupt the traditional art market, making art more accessible to consumers and offering new opportunities for artists to sell their work. - **DIY Art Education:** The trend of self-taught artists like Miguel Mejia highlights the growing interest in DIY art education, creating opportunities for businesses to provide accessible and affordable resources for aspiring artists. ### Who This Affects Most - **Sustainable Art and Design:** The recycled metal sculptures trend presents opportunities for businesses to create innovative sustainable art and design products, utilizing eco-friendly materials and production processes. - **Online Art Marketplaces:** The rise of online art galleries creates opportunities for businesses to offer innovative platforms for buying and selling art, utilizing technology to enhance the art buying experience. - **Art Education and Resources:** The growing trend of DIY art education creates opportunities for businesses to provide accessible and affordable resources for aspiring artists, including online tutorials and workshops. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Love-Inspired Miniature Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/love-in-a-bottle.md) - [Raw Metal Design Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nick-valentijn.md) - [Abandoned Bikes-Turned Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/objects-from-frames.md) - [Race Car-Inspired Dynamic Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gerry-judah-1.md) - [Digital Archetype Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christian-rex-van-minnen-1.md) - [Car Part-Repurposed Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/furniture-capsule-1.md) - [Sophisticated Upcycled Home Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/basket-sculptures.md) - [Otherworldly Wooden Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooden-sculptures-1.md) - [Unique Rotating Art Galleries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/numu-boutique-hotel.md)