The release of the final 'Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallow: Part 2' movie signals the end of an era, which Wired magazine wanted to capture with the Harry Potter diorama. A dark and sad mini model, it depicts the final farewell to this historical and iconic franchise.
Commissioned by the magazine, Lori Nix created the Harry Potter diorama. The essential idea was to create a funeral scene on top of a stack of 'Harry Potter' books, one of which was dug out to act as the grave. Surrounding the grave are miniature figures as well as a looming tree made of wires. Although there is an eerie air to the Harry Potter diorama, it does capture the sadness the fans feel for the end of this epic story.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Miniature Dioramas as Tributes
- Creating miniature dioramas that pay homage to beloved franchises can be a popular way to commemorate the end of an era.
- Merging Art and Pop Culture
- Merging art with pop culture can yield unique and poignant pieces that resonate with consumers.
- Emotional Storytelling Through Miniature Art
- Using miniature art to tell emotional stories can elicit strong emotional responses from viewers.
Where This Applies
- Art Industry
- The art industry can leverage the popularity of franchises to create tribute pieces that resonate with consumers.
- Entertainment Industry
- The entertainment industry, by commissioning artists to create homage pieces, can keep beloved franchises relevant even after their official end.
- Museum Industry
- Museums can use miniature dioramas as an artistic medium to convey poignant messages and evoke emotions in their visitors.
