# Pop Culture Block Portraits Chris McVeigh Deftly Makes Cool Artwork Using Plastic LEGO Blocks By Gil Cohen | Published 2013-08-27 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-blocks References: [bitrebels](http://www.bitrebels.com/geek/10-lego-people-pop-culture-portraits/) & [mymodernmet](http://www.mymodernmet.com/profiles/blogs/chris-mcveigh-lego-pop-culture-portraits) Accomplishing yet another amazing collection of artwork using nothing but [LEGO](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portrait-of-a-woman-in-a-hat) blocks, artist Chris McVeigh also known as Powerpig, has created a series of entertaining pop culture portraits. Recreating the faces of famous figures such as Jake from Adventure Time, Bender from Futurama and a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle, the artist doesn't seem to be handicapped in the least bit by the limited 8-bit block shapes of the LEGO toys he uses. To further enhance the effect of a 2D drawn portrait, McVeigh includes LEGO-made markers in the background of each image, as though he simply drew the cartoon characters. These pop culture icons made out of LEGO blocks are a huge hit on the artist's [Twitter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/animal-crossing-1) and [Instagram](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-luggage) accounts. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.3/10 - Popularity: 76% | Activity: 76% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Pop Culture Portraits:** Creating pop culture icons using LEGO blocks offers opportunities for innovative merchandise and collectibles. - **LEGO Artwork:** Using LEGO blocks to create 2D portraits opens up possibilities for collaboration with brands and licensing opportunities. - **Social Media Art:** Sharing LEGO pop culture portraits on social media platforms creates opportunities for brand collaborations and influencer marketing. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Toys and Collectibles:** The toy industry can explore collaborations with artists to create LEGO pop culture collectibles and merchandise. - **Art and Design:** Artists and designers can incorporate LEGO blocks into their artwork, exploring new mediums and creative expressions. - **Social Media Marketing:** Brands can leverage the popularity of LEGO pop culture portraits on social media platforms to engage with consumers and build their online presence. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Reimagined Puzzled Artful Paintings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portrait-of-a-woman-in-a-hat.md) - [Retro Space-Themed Puzzled Posters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/john-carter.md) - [Iconic Artist Toy Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-ideas-bob-ross.md) - [Fandom-Honoring Building Block Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fandomhonoring-building-block-sets.md) - [Superhero-Themed DIY Art Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jim-lee-batman.md) - [3D Superhero Block-Puzzle Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amazing-spiderman-set.md) - [Building Block Musician Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daft-punk-lego-helmets.md) - [Building Block Art Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/art-project-create-together.md) - [3D Puzzle Popcorn Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/popcorn-machine-1.md)