# Circuit Board Bugs Chappell Brings Awareness to Environmental Issues With Circuit Board Bug Art By Riley von Niessen | Published 2016-05-05 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/circuit-board-bug-art References: [theverge](http://www.theverge.com/2016/5/4/11590520/circuit-boards-easyeda-pcb-merry-me-diy-love) & [etsy](https://www.etsy.com/ca/shop/DewLeaf?ref=l2-shopheader-name) UK-based artist Julie Alice Chappell has been creating [circuit board bug art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ddbrand-circuit-board) through her company DewLeaf which she founded in 2014. Chappell's creations are highly detailed -- the attention to their natural shape pairing with the technological look of the circuit boards to create an interesting and futuristic design. Chappell's collection ships worldwide and each product is handmade. The 'Circuit Board Insects' come in a large variety, from the 'The Golden Nectar Fly' to the 'Giant Golden Spotted Cockroach.' Some designs take on a more simple and masculine look and others are adorned with [jewels and rhinestones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pretty-weird). Chappell aims to bring awareness to environmental issues with her art, explaining that "It is my hope that my Upcycled Insect Artworks helps to raise awareness of [e-waste](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pape) in the natural environment." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.3/10 - Popularity: 47% | Activity: 44% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Upcycling Art:** Creating art pieces made from recycled or upcycled materials, such as circuit boards, to promote sustainability. - **Futuristic Designs:** Incorporating modern technology in art to create unique concepts that could shape the future of art and design. - **Awareness Campaigns:** Using art as a medium to raise awareness and educate consumers about important environmental issues, such as e-waste. ### Who This Affects Most - **Art and Design:** Opportunities for artists and designers to incorporate new materials and technology in the creation of unique pieces that promote sustainability. - **Environmental Conservation:** Opportunities for environmental organizations to collaborate with artists and designers to raise awareness and educate consumers about important environmental issues. - **E-waste Management:** Opportunities for companies that specialize in e-waste management to partner with artists and designers to upcycle discarded circuit boards into unique and artistic pieces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Bug-Inspired Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/murder-hornet-ring.md) - [Printed Circuit Sconces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/printed-circuit.md) - [Retro Arcade Circuit Boards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atari-1.md) - [Playful Accent Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bug-table.md) - [Paper-Made Circuit Boards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/singleuse-circuit-board.md) - [Insect-Inspired Bronze Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/insect-bronze-sculptures.md) - [Glow‑In‑Dark Tech Skins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/circuit-board-device.md) - [Style-Conscious Anti-Insect Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mosqo-bug-zapper.md) - [Repurposed Vintage Apple Computers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/repurposed-vintage-apple-computers.md)