# Elegantly Designed Drawing Tools The Iris Drawing Compass is Inspired by Camera Apertures By Noah Bier | Published 2019-05-02 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iris-kickstarter-makers-cabinet References: [makerscabinet](https://www.makerscabinet.com/) Iris is a [drawing compass](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/homing-compass) and measuring tool that inspires creativity, making it the perfect gift for camera and drawing lovers alike. Iris perfectly aids in the [drawing and measurement of circles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adaptive-art-tools), with a stainless steel build that rotates drawing utensils seamlessly, and a solid brass enclosure in the middle that scales the shapes to the perfect size. A mark on its measurement gauge can also help users to create repeated or changing circles. Iris celebrates time-honoured materials and mechanisms, incorporating the fascinating mechanics of the aperture of a camera lens. The unique tool will be launching on May 7th 2019 on [Kickstarter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waterproof-compass), with prices starting at £40 for the earliest backers. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.7/10 - Popularity: 43% | Activity: 89% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Creative Drawing Tools:** The Iris Drawing Compass inspires creativity by combining traditional drawing tools with innovative design features. - **Integrating Mechanical and Artistic Concepts:** Iris incorporates the mechanics of a camera lens aperture into the design of a drawing compass, merging technology with art. - **Personalized Measurement Tools:** The mark on Iris's measurement gauge allows users to create customized circles, offering a personalized drawing experience. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Stationery and Art Supplies:** The stationery and art supplies industry can explore opportunities to create innovative drawing tools that blend aesthetics with functionality, like the Iris Drawing Compass. - **Photography Equipment:** The camera equipment industry can explore ways to integrate artistic elements, like the aperture concept, into their products to enhance user experience. - **Online Crowdfunding Platforms:** Online crowdfunding platforms can leverage the popularity of unique and creatively designed tools, like the Iris Drawing Compass, to attract backers and generate interest. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Compact Precise Sketching Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/horizon-helvetica.md) - [Premium Measuring Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-measure-collection.md) - [Sleek Rounded Measuring Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/enso-tape.md) - [Dual-Functioning Mechanical Pencils](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-penpass.md) - [Durably Waterproof Compasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waterproof-compass.md) - [Titanium EDC Rolling Rulers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tiroler-20.md) - [Next-Gen Tape Measures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/comandi.md) - [Multifunctional Angular Desktop Rulers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hexagonal-ruler-set.md) - [Geometric Dynamic Stationary](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hexagonal-ruler.md)