# Junkyard Eco Art Hubcap Sculptures By TrendHead | Published 2008-11-15 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hub-cap-sculptures-art-from-old-junk References: [hubcapcreatures](http://www.hubcapcreatures.com/) All of these pieces are made from old hubcaps collected from cars. Out of context, the art is not that great, but if you consider that they are made from hubcaps then you can see the skill involved. They are made by 43-year-old Ptolemy Elrington, who works full time on this unique project fixing together his [scrap yard finds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recycled-metal-jewellery-reformation-x-clair-waight-keller-create-a-limited). **Implications** - "Reuse, reduce, recycle" is now that mantra being proclaimed by consumers. Taking old trash and converting it into something beautiful is one of the best ways to give discarded objects a new life. Companies should take note of society's growing concern for the environment and develop ways to [reuse the waste products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trashy) instead of discarding them. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.3/10 - Popularity: 60% | Activity: 30% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Eco Art:** Creating art from recycled materials like hubcaps presents a disruptive innovation opportunity for artists and waste management industries to actively address environmental concerns and appeal to sustainability-minded consumers. - **Upcycling:** The trend of upcycling waste products into valuable materials or products presents a disruptive innovation opportunity for the manufacturing and fashion industries to create innovative solutions for waste reduction. - **Sustainable Sculptures:** The trend of creating sculptures or other art forms using sustainable materials presents a disruptive innovation opportunity for artists and designers to promote sustainable living and appeal to eco-conscious consumers. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Waste Management:** The waste management industry can take advantage of the trend of upcycling to reduce waste and create new revenue streams by repurposing discarded materials. - **Art and Design:** The art and design industry can leverage the trend of creating eco-friendly sculptures and art pieces to appeal to consumers who prioritize sustainability and eco-consciousness. - **Manufacturing:** The manufacturing industry can leverage the trend of upcycling to create innovative products and solutions that not only reduce waste but also appeal to consumers who prioritize sustainability. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Abandoned Bikes-Turned Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/objects-from-frames.md) - [Sophisticated Upcycled Home Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/basket-sculptures.md) - [Repurposed Studio Scrap Pottery](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daon-pottery.md) - [Car Part-Repurposed Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/furniture-capsule-1.md) - [Recycled Bar Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bar-installation.md) - [Repurposed Electric Scooter Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emetabolism-collection.md) - [Resin Hardware Revivals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meta-hardware.md) - [Ceramic Waste Carafes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sungai-carafe.md) - [Upcycled Sculptural Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eps-expanded-polystyrene-serie.md)