Fans of the '80s and rhyming product names will undoubtedly get a kick out of the Lionel Vinyl Head. Crafted by design studio Hungry Castle, the humorous fan memorabilia is actually a vinyl record holder and wooden sculpture that replicates the iconic silhouette of Lionel Richie. The three pieces of the sculpture are laid flat in the album jacket, and to assemble, fans of the 'Hello' hitmaker only need to slot the pieces into place. The resemblance is actually quite uncanny as Richie's mustache and jerry curls are perfectly emulated using wood.
Though Hungry Castle is proud of what they've done with the Lionel Vinyl Head, they're thinking of grander possibilities. They recently started a Kickstarter page to raise funds for a 10 feet tall version of the Lionel Vinyl Head to be built in Tuskegee, Alabama.
What's Driving This Trend
- Pop Culture Sculpture Art
- The trend of creating vinyl record holders/sculptures of iconic pop culture figures is growing, and presents an opportunity for artists to create replicas of any popular subject.
- Fan-made Memorabilia
- As seen with the Lionel Vinyl Head, there is a growing trend of fans wanting to create their own alternative memorabilia of their favorite celebrities or brands, offering an opportunity for creative entrepreneurs to tap into this audience.
- Jumbo-sized Sculptures
- With the proposed 10 feet tall version of the Lionel Vinyl Head, there is a new trend of creating larger-than-life sculptures of pop culture icons and celebrities, an opportunity for large-scale installation artists.
Who This Affects Most
- Art and Craft Supplies
- The creation and sale of vinyl records, craft supplies, and woodworking tools and materials will continue to grow as more artists pursue the creation of vinyl record sculptures and woodworking projects.
- Music Memorabilia
- The $19.81 price point for the Lionel Vinyl Head highlights the growing market for music memorabilia and collectibles, an opportunity for entrepreneurs and established brands to create more fan-made memorabilia.
- Installation Art
- The proposed 10 feet tall sculpture of the Lionel Vinyl Head highlights the opportunity for installation artists and businesses to tap into the growing trend of large-scale sculptures and installations in public spaces.
