# Sizzling 8-Bit Sandcastles Guy-Olivier Deveau Brings Classic Nintendo Games to the Beaches By Jason Soy | Published 2011-07-22 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/guy-olivier-deveau References: [nerdapproved](http://nerdapproved.com/gaming/8-bit-sand-sculpture-for-the-ages-art) & [godeveausculpturerbonmade](http://godeveausculpture.carbonmade.com/projects/3160794#1) Every time I've ever tried to build a sandcastle, my results have yielded a bucket-shaped pile of sand, but Guy-Olivier Deveau is taking sandcastle sculpting to new heights with his [8-bit sand creation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/16bit-display). Seen here is his piece "IAM 8 bit," which he made for the Parskville Canadian Open. It features classic [Nintendo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-cold-stone-creamery) characters Link, Mario, and Mega Man and is sure to please beach goers who are old enough to nostalgia over their respective games. Guy-Olivier Deveau has also sculpted a bunch of other sand creations including one with the Cheshire Cat from Alice in Wonderland. Guy-Olivier Deveau is a master sculptor whose highly capable working with ice, snow and wood in addition to sand. His magnificent creations have already garnered some impressive accolades. **Implications** - As consumers continue to age, they often look for products and images that remind them of their youth. Corporations looking to capitalize on consumer desire to feel youthful may consider releasing a line of products with the specific goal of inducing nostalgia. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 43% | Activity: 51% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/games) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Nostalgia-inspired Products:** Opportunity for corporations to release products that induce nostalgia in consumers. - **Reimagining Classic Games:** Innovation potential for creating new experiences by bringing classic games to different mediums. - **Multi-dimensional Sculpting:** Potential for artists to explore and combine different sculpting mediums for unique creations. ### Who This Affects Most - **Consumer Goods:** Opportunity for companies to develop and market nostalgic products. - **Gaming:** Potential for gaming industry to create new experiences by reimagining classic games. - **Art and Design:** Opportunity for artists to explore multi-dimensional sculpting techniques and mediums. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Protest Sand Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bland-castles.md) - [Video Game-Themed Sundaes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-cold-stone-creamery.md) - [Video Game-Themed Pixel Paintings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pixel-art-collection.md) - [Nugget-Inspired Video Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mcnuggets-land.md) - [Eroded Cartoon-Themed Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crystalized-squirtle.md) - [Video Game-Inspired LEGO Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunscreen-mist.md) - [Building Block Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-ps-one.md) - [Nostalgic Gaming Cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oreo-x-super-mario.md) - [8-Bit Building Block Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-super-mario-world-mario-yoshi.md)