# Bricked Cape Crusaders Evan Bacon Creates an Epic Life-Sized LEGO Batman By Matt Ho | Published 2011-09-15 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/evan-bacon References: [technabob](http://technabob.com/blog/2011/09/13/lego-batman-sculpture/) & [baconbricks](http://baconbricks.com/) The Evan Bacon life-sized version of Batman is an epic [LEGO](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gotham-city-skyline-set) construction. At 13 years old, Evan Bacon has managed to transform LEGO blocks into one of the most [iconic superheroes of all time](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xmansion): Batman! Considering how heavy the structure looks, the entire design only weighs 60 pounds. Bacon used somewhere between 15,000 and 20,000 bricks and took about three months to build the LEGO wonder. As you can see, all that effort ended up in an epic design that beautifully replicates the famous pop culture icon. From the mask to the bat logo, the details are impressive and striking. The LEGO Batman won three well-deserved awards at the [Texas Brick Fiesta](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fidget-spinner-functionality) this Summer. Perhaps the Joker will come out next. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.4/10 - Popularity: 47% | Activity: 18% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## 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 - **Life-sized LEGO Creations:** Opportunity for creating life-sized LEGO versions of popular characters and objects, capturing attention and garnering recognition. - **Iconic Superhero Replicas:** Opportunity to create highly detailed and accurate replicas of beloved superheroes, catering to the nostalgia and fan base. - **LEGO Competitions and Events:** Opportunity to organize and participate in LEGO competitions and events, showcasing creative designs and fostering a sense of community. ### Who This Affects Most - **Toy Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for toy manufacturers to create large-scale LEGO sets that appeal to both children and adult collectors. - **Pop Culture Merchandise:** Opportunity for pop culture merchandise companies to license and produce officially branded life-sized LEGO replicas of popular characters. - **Event Planning:** Opportunity for event planning companies to organize LEGO-themed events and competitions, bringing together enthusiasts and showcasing impressive creations. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Buildable 3D Superhero Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gotham-city-skyline-set.md) - [Building Block Superhero Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/batcave-shadowbox.md) - [Superhero Home-Inspired Puzzles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/batcave-set.md) - [Modular Puzzle Building Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arkham-asylum-set.md) - [Oversized Superhero Statue Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-iron-man-hulkbuster.md) - [Stealth Vigilante Vehicle Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-technic-batcycle.md) - [Reimagined Epic Battle Dioramas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-diorama.md) - [Superhero-Themed LEGO Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-black-panther.md) - [Life-Size LEGO Brick Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1950s-cadillac-fleetwood.md)