# Synchronized Cat Dances 'The Army of Luck' by Boris Petrovsky showcases 520 Lucky Felines By Kevin Young | Published 2012-04-18 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boris-petrovsky References: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/weblog/cat/10/view/20362/lucky-cat-army-in-the-global-pursuit-of-happiness.html) & [petrovsky.de](http://www.petrovsky.de/) Boris Petrovsky uses 520 [lucky cat talismans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whiskas-purradise) to create a [synchronized dance sculpture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dancing-hula-girl) titled ‘The Army of Luck,’ or ‘The Global Pursuit of Happiness.’ If you’ve ever been to an Asian household or store, it’s most likely you’ve come across these cat statues that sit by the front door. These lucky cats are used to bring [prosperity and happiness](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cat-happiness-scale) with their paw gestures that reels in fortune. Petrovsky’s fleet of golden felines simultaneously move, and can perform 25 different gestures and even do the ‘Mexican Wave’ dance. They’re programmed to move with audience interaction through text; certain dancing lucky kittens will raise their hands to form letters and words. Boris Petrovsky’s The Global Pursuit of Happiness was an exhibition during the Art Karlsruhe fair in Germany. Photo Credits: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/weblog/cat/10/view/20362/lucky-cat-army-in-the-global-pursuit-of-happiness.html), [petrovsky.de](http://www.petrovsky.de/) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 24% | Activity: 22% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, 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 - **Synchronized Cat Dances:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Creating interactive sculptures using synchronized movements of objects. - **Lucky Cat Talismans:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Designing new versions of lucky cat talismans that incorporate modern technology and interactive features. - **Global Pursuit of Happiness:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Developing global platforms or experiences that promote happiness and prosperity through cultural symbols like lucky cats. ### Where This Applies - **Art and Sculpture:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrating technology into traditional art forms to create interactive experiences for viewers. - **Home Decor and Gifts:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Designing and producing innovative versions of lucky cat talismans for homes and stores. - **Tourism and Cultural Experiences:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Developing immersive cultural experiences that celebrate traditional symbols and promote happiness and prosperity. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Feline-Friendly Music Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cat-music-box.md) - [Big-Screen Cat Ads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inaba.md) - [Humorous Cat Collectables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tired-cats-gachapon.md) - [Playful Plush Cat Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/purroom.md) - [Fortune Cookie-Inspired Cat Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toys-with-organic-catnip.md) - [Dragon-Themed Drone Light Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/legend-of-the-dragon-gate.md) - [Modular Magnetic Cat Walls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nyanpeki.md) - [Adorable Cat Milk Cartons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adorable-blue-cat.md) - [Playful Billboard Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dreamies-treats.md)