# One-Man Band Sculptures The Eccentric Busker Rig by Kiel Johnson By Francis Tiangson | Published 2011-01-16 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/busker-rig References: [coolhunting](http://www.coolhunting.com/culture/kiel-johnson.php) & [kieljohnson](http://www.kieljohnson.com/kieljohnson.com/HOME.html) Kiel Johnson is behind this sweet 'Busker Rig' sculpture. Johnson says of his installation, "Busker Rig is a tribute to anyone trying to earn a living through their handiwork." This piece is a unique rendition of the classic [one-man band contraption](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magnetic-folklore) seen on [street performers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/surreal-street-art-1). Some of the material that Kiel Johnson used to create the Busker Rig include [cardboard and chipboard](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/basket-sculptures). Johnson's work displays the amazing talent he has developed over years of extensive training. Click through the gallery to take a look at the Busker Rig along with some of Kiel Johnson's other works. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.0/10 - Popularity: 12% | Activity: 11% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **One-man Band Sculptures:** The trend of creating one-man band sculptures can be capitalized on by companies looking to incorporate unique and interactive displays into their events. - **Street Performer Art Installations:** Companies in event planning and marketing can take advantage of the growing trend of street performer art installations for eye-catching and interactive display ideas. - **Upcycled Art:** The trend of using non-traditional materials such as cardboard and chipboard to create art, like Kiel Johnson's Busker Rig installation, presents opportunities for companies in upcycling and sustainable design. ### Where This Applies - **Event Planning:** Event planners can incorporate one-man band sculptures and street performer art installations into their events for a memorable and interactive experience. - **Marketing:** Companies in marketing can use street performer art installations and one-man band sculptures as a unique and eye-catching way to promote their brand or product. - **Sustainable Design:** The use of upcycled materials in art, like in Kiel Johnson's Busker Rig installation, presents opportunities for companies in sustainable design to showcase their creativity and commitment to eco-friendly practices. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Street Performer Livestream Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/suburb-street-performance-recorder.md) - [Kinetic Musical Benches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/musical-bench.md) - [Recycled Guitar Prototypes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cardboard-guitar-1.md) - [Interactive Kinetic Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/interactive-kinetic-sculptures.md) - [Coffee Ground-Made Music Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snowie.md) - [Recycled Bar Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bar-installation.md) - [Sustainable Hand-Crafted Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/working-synth.md) - [Shreddable Steampunk Guitars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/steampunk-guitar.md) - [Statement Street Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/surreal-street-art-1.md)