# Gamer Factory Photography The Made of Myth Series Shows How Retro Gaming Icons are Made By Meghan Young | Published 2011-04-06 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/made-of-myth References: [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/gallery/MADE-OF-MYTH/417167) & [marcdacunhalopes](http://www.marcdacunhalopes.com/) Being part of the retro video game generation, I really appreciate the Made of Myth photo series, which speaks to me on several levels. Yet mainly, it provides an awesome (yet, of course, fictional) glimpse into the making of iconic gamer items seen in such games as Super Mario and Tetris. Photographed by Paris-based Marc Da Cunha Lopes, the Made of Myth photo series centers around the smelting of Sonic's rings, the chiseling of the 1-Up mushroom, the rubber-pressed rebounding blocks of Arkanoid, and much more. A fantastic concept that has been extremely well-executed, the Made of Myth photo series looks real. Photographed for Amusement magazine, it will surely inspire other gamers, artists and photographers to figure out the origins of iconic fixtures from the 1990s. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.9/10 - Popularity: 54% | Activity: 26% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/stylephotography) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Retro Gaming Photography:** Opportunity to create photo series showcasing the making of iconic retro gaming items. - **Nostalgia-inspired Art:** Potential for artists to create artwork that taps into the nostalgia of retro video game culture. - **Interactive Gaming Installations:** Possibility of creating immersive installations that allow gamers to experience the creation of their favorite retro gaming icons. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Gaming:** Gaming companies can leverage the popularity of retro gaming culture by creating innovative products and experiences. - **Photography:** Photographers can explore new creative avenues by capturing the nostalgia and imagination of retro gaming through their work. - **Art:** Artists can tap into the nostalgia-driven market by creating unique artworks inspired by retro video game culture. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Nostalgic 3D-Printed Arcade Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arcade-clock.md) - [Video Game-Inspired Side Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pac-man-side-table.md) - [AI-Generated Retrofuturistic Objects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retrofuturistic-objects.md) - [Archival Game-Honoring Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/30th-anniversary-book.md) - [Analog Nostalgia Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/back-to-basics-ii.md) - [Retro Gaming Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gamestation-retro.md) - [Recreated Video Game Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playstation-to-plate.md) - [Building Block Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-ps-one.md) - [Brick Toy Revivals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/game-boy-set.md)