# Artistic Book Surgery Postoperative by Brian Dettmer By Going Like Sixty | Published 2007-12-23 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brian-dettmer References: [inventorspot](http://inventorspot.com/articles/book_art_brian_dettmer_carves_aw_9450) & [centripetalnotion](http://centripetalnotion.com/2007/09/13/13:26:26/) Postoperative is the latest exposition of up and coming artist named Brian Dettmer. Dettmer slices and dices [old books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/4442-book), then turns them into [new art forms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/surreal-street-art-1). He is inspired by the original use of the book; history books reveal history, biographies reveal human forms, science books become a dissection and archaeology is excavation. This is an inspiring new medium unveiled by a young artist. **Implications** - Dettmer was born in Chicago, USA, but now resides in Atlanta, USA, where he creates his masterpieces. To create his works, he uses knives and surgical tools so that he can make fine lines and extreme detail. The featured images show books transformed into [human sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folded-echoes) and pop-up animals. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 40% | Activity: 6% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Modern](https://www.trendhunter.com/modern) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Book Surgery Art:** The trend of artists using surgical tools to transform old books into new art forms, creating intricate and detailed sculptures. - **Reimagining History:** The trend of artists repurposing history books to visually depict historical events and human forms, offering a unique and thought-provoking perspective. - **Interactive Pop-up Art:** The trend of artists using book pages to create pop-up sculptures, blending the world of literature and visual art in an engaging and immersive way. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Art and Sculpture:** The art and sculpture industry can explore incorporating book surgery techniques to create innovative and visually striking pieces. - **Publishing:** The publishing industry can collaborate with book surgery artists to create limited edition book covers or art-inspired book collections, tapping into the growing demand for unique and visually appealing books. - **Education and Museums:** Education institutions and museums can incorporate book surgery art exhibits to engage visitors and encourage a deeper appreciation for literature, art, and history. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Upcycled Object Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nendo-and-daniel-arsham.md) - [Sculptural Paper Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fragmenti.md) - [Digital Archetype Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christian-rex-van-minnen-1.md) - [Unique Artistic Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amusebouche.md) - [3D-Printed Flip Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stl-sculptures.md) - [Otherworldly Wooden Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooden-sculptures-1.md) - [Performance Art Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bio-pop.md) - [Laser-Cut Urban Artistry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/laser-cut-city-maps.md) - [Geometric Wooden Art Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aleph-geddis.md)