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Glowing Toy Brick Models

Evan Bacon's Life-Size LEGO Iron Man Sports a Realistic Arc Reactor

— August 26, 2012 — Life-Stages
Evan Bacon's life-size LEGO Iron Man is the second toy brick superhero created by the talented teen. Bacon first built Bat Man out of LEGO bricks. His latest creation is a step up in terms of quality and creativity. It also represents a shifting of allegiances from the DC to Marvel.

The life-size LEGO Iron Man has a glowing Arc Reactor and palms. (No word on whether it can fly or if it has a way with the ladies). The model stands six feet tall and weighs 80 pounds. All told the entire project took a staggering 80,000 bricks to complete. The hard work was well worth it, as Bacon's life-size LEGO Iron Man took the People's Choice Award at the 2012 Brick Fiesta in Austin, Texas.
Trend Themes
1. Life-size Toy Brick Models - Creating life-size models using toy bricks can attract attention and generate enthusiasm.
2. Glow-in-the-dark Toy Bricks - Developing toy bricks that glow in the dark creates a new dimension of play.
3. Superhero Toy Brick Models - Building superhero models using toy bricks can attract niche audiences and generate excitement for pop culture enthusiasts.
Industry Implications
1. Toy Industry - Expanding the toy product line to include customizable and interactive toy brick models can bring new revenue streams for toy manufacturers.
2. Entertainment Industry - Creating interactive displays and exhibitions featuring life-sized toy brick models of popular movie and TV characters can draw audiences and create memorable experiences.
3. Marketing Industry - Using toy brick models as a medium in marketing campaigns for children's products can differentiate a brand from competitors and create a lasting impression.
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