# Paper-Produced Automobiles The Jonathan Brand 'One Piece at a Time' Model is Crazy Car Art By Regan Canie | Published 2011-10-04 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jonathan-brand References: [ohgizmo](http://www.ohgizmo.com/2011/09/15/jonathan-brand-building-every-component-of-a-1969-ford-mustang-out-of-paper/) & [jonathanbrand](http://www.jonathanbrand.com/) Usually art pieces crafted purely from paper are limited to origami pieces, but the Jonathan Brand 'One Piece at a Time' creation decided to test his folding skills in producing a whole recyclable [Mustang](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/custom-mustang) replica. The Canadian artist with a passion for vintage vehicles set out to recreate a whole 1969 [Ford](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iconic-auto-sports) Mustang, right down to the nuts and bolts, entirely out of paper -- a few hundred strategic notches and folds create detailing. The Johnathan Brand 'One Piece at a Time' exhibit was named after the classic Johnny Cash hit referring to the dreams of a factory worker wishing to actually own one of the cars he is hired to make. From headlights to hubcaps, every single car component is a miraculous piece of art in itself. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.1/10 - Popularity: 89% | Activity: 85% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Paper Art:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the use of paper as a medium for creating intricate art pieces. - **Replica Creation:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop techniques for creating detailed replicas of objects using unconventional materials. - **Recyclable Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate recyclable materials into product design to promote sustainability. ### Who This Affects Most - **Art and Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Combine traditional art techniques with unconventional materials to create unique and eco-friendly art pieces. - **Automotive:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore alternative materials and manufacturing methods for creating cars that are more sustainable and customizable. - **Craft and DIY:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop creative techniques for crafting intricate objects using everyday materials, opening up new possibilities for DIY enthusiasts. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Miniature Art Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-wheels-and-daniel-arsham.md) - [Dynamic Car-Themed Structures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/veiled-porsche.md) - [Race Car-Inspired Dynamic Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gerry-judah-1.md) - [Car Part-Repurposed Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/furniture-capsule-1.md) - [Vintage Car Tribute](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-moc.md) - [Life-Sized Car Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/benedict-radcliffe-1.md) - [Insanely Intricate LEGO Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-rollsroyce.md) - [Luxury Swan Art Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/porsche-swan-art-car.md) - [Miniature Designer Collectible Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/art-car-1.md)