# Fiendish Curiosities Realistic Sculptures That Blend Mutation and Monstrosity By Pedro | Published 2007-05-06 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fiendish-curiosities-not-for-the-faint-of-heart References: [neatorama](http://www.neatorama.com/2007/05/06/fiendish-curiosities/) & [fiendishcuriosities](http://www.fiendishcuriosities.com/) Alligator Boy, Sasquatch and the Dead Baby Show are just some of the atrocities recreated by the team of experts at Fiendish Curiosities. Using a variety of techniques including latex casting and molding, special effects and [taxidermy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keep-it-curious), [horrific collectors items](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/serial-killer-shop) are being created and sold, showcasing a world of [mutation and monstrosities](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amazing-digital-circus) of nature. **Implications** - As a way to combine sideshow, science and monsters, Prof. Burnaby Q. Orbax founded Fiendish Curiosities in 2003. Every creation is made to appear as if it's a real scientific find. Fiendish Curiosities incorporates zoology, anatomy and teratology to produce the most realistic and plausible mutated monsters. If they were trying to give off a mad scientist feel, they're on the right track. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.7/10 - Popularity: 66% | Activity: 8% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) > [Bizarre](https://www.trendhunter.com/bizarre) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Realistic Monster-creations Market:** A market for hyper-realistic mutant and monster sculptures, catering to collectors and enthusiasts seeking unique and grotesque items. - **Splicing Science with Art:** A trend of artists and scientists collaborating to create new forms of art, by incorporating biotechnology, taxidermy and effects into traditional mediums. - **Renaissance of Curiosities:** A resurgence of interest in the macabre and unusual, fueled by the embrace of sideshow aesthetics and freak show culture. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Art:** Opportunities for artists to work with biotech labs, taxidermists and special effects companies to create unique and realistic sculptures and installations. - **Entertainment:** Potential for immersive exhibitions, haunted houses, escape rooms and theme parks, featuring realistic monster sculptures as interactive elements. - **Collectibles:** An emerging market for one-of-a-kind, macabre and hyper-realistic sculptures, aimed at collectors and enthusiasts who seek unique and visually striking objects. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Futuristic Museum Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unnatural-history-museum-of-singapore.md) - [Curated Horror Subscriptions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-tales-of-the-weird.md) - [Hyper-Realistic Flesh Objects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/junji-ito.md) - [Interactive Monster Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smashers-horror-house.md) - [Fashionable Zombie Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zombaes-critter-chaos.md) - [Almost-Extinct Animal Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fauna-series.md) - [Otherworldly Wooden Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooden-sculptures-1.md) - [Sea-Inspired Mini Sculpture Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-sculptures.md) - [Digital Archetype Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christian-rex-van-minnen-1.md)