# Scrap Metal Pooch Sculptures The Nirit Levav Packer Bicycle Chain Dogs are Upcycled and Cute By Gil Cohen | Published 2012-12-15 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bicycle-chain-dogs References: [odditycentral](http://www.odditycentral.com/pics/israeli-artist-upcycles-bicycle-chains-into-intricate-dog-sculptures.html) & [niritlevav](http://www.niritlevav.com/) Israeli artist Nirit Levav Packer works with [unused bicycle chains](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bultan-chair) to create her Bicycle Chain Dogs sculpture series. Named “HOW!WoW!,” the collection includes [all different types of dogs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/architecture-for-dogs-exhibition), including huskies, poodles, cocker spaniels and more, all entirely made out of these chains. The versatile and flexible bike links are soldered together to create the shapes of the giant dogs with all their shaggy fur, and are then painted to emphasize the featured details such as eyes, tongues, noses, and some also have spots. The artist goes to various garages and bike shops to salvage bike chains that would otherwise be discarded to use in her projects. The Bicycle Chain Dogs sculpture series gives [scrap metal](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nick-valentijn) a new purpose as artwork. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.2/10 - Popularity: 86% | Activity: 93% | 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) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Upcycled Art:** Creating unique and creative artwork from discarded materials presents an opportunity for artists and entrepreneurs to create disruptive innovation that could change the industry. - **Sustainable Creative Design:** Challenging designers to create innovative products that reduce waste while preserving quality presents an opportunity for creative designs that attract environmentally conscious customers. - **Animal-inspired Sculptures:** Creating animal-inspired sculptures from unconventional materials presents an opportunity for innovative artists to produce unique works other than the traditional stone, clay and bronze materials. ### Who This Affects Most - **Environmental Art:** Entrepreneurs can tap the potential of upcycling discarded materials to create environmentally conscious art products. - **Sustainable Design:** The sustainable design industry can capitalize on creating innovative products that reduce waste while preserving quality. - **Art Production:** The art industry can produce animal-inspired art from unconventional materials to cater to a growing market of art enthusiasts looking for unique and creative works. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Folk Creature Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fibredog.md) - [Rollable Bell-Shaped Dog Kennels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/poochchair.md) - [Luxury Gut Health Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pooch-pendant.md) - [Upcycled Metal Sheet Cabinets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/upcycled-metal-sheet.md) - [Recycled Lighting Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nytt-lys-collection.md) - [Wearable Sculptural Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3dtcable-collection.md) - [Repurposed Electric Scooter Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emetabolism-collection.md) - [Sophisticated Upcycled Home Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/basket-sculptures.md) - [Repurposed Studio Scrap Pottery](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daon-pottery.md)