# Nature-Inspired VR Installations Marshmallow Laser Feast Debuts Two Works That Empower Ecology By Kalin Ned | Published 2019-09-30 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marshmallow-laser-feast1 References: [dezeen](https://www.dezeen.com/2019/09/08/odunpazari-modern-museum-vr-exhibition-marshmellow-laser-feast/) & [marshmallowlaserfeast](https://www.marshmallowlaserfeast.com/) Two [virtual reality installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/phenomena-abu-dhabi) by Marshmallow Laser Feast are debuted at the Odunpazari Modern Museum in Turkey. The digital art collective used immersive technology as a medium to "aid conservation efforts by encouraging people to [connect with the natural world](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/highwood-installation)." The first installation is named 'Treehugger.' It is described as a "digital fossil," granting the audience access to visually witness "rare and endangered trees." The second installment is 'In The Eye of the Animal' and it takes guests on an aerial 360-degree adventure through a [digital forest](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seed-stories). Making for a mesmerizing and majestic visual experience, the installations by Marshmallow Laser Feast will be available at the Odunpazari Modern Museum until December 7th, 2019. Photo Credits: Dezeen ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.1/10 - Popularity: 57% | Activity: 56% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Nature-inspired VR:** Using virtual reality technology to create immersive experiences that connect people with the natural world. - **Conservation Art:** Utilizing digital art installations to raise awareness and support conservation efforts. - **Immersive Museums:** Creating captivating and interactive museum experiences through the use of virtual reality installations. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Virtual Reality:** Opportunity for virtual reality technology companies to develop immersive experiences centered around nature and conservation. - **Digital Art:** Disruptive innovation potential for digital artists to use their skills to create impactful installations that promote environmental awareness. - **Museum and Exhibition:** Museum and exhibition industry can incorporate virtual reality technology to enhance visitor experiences and engagement with the exhibits. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Virtual Sakura Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/teamlab-forest.md) - [Orb Lighting Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mangrove-island.md) - [Nature-Inspired Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/humannature-1.md) - [AI Sound Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-sound-piece.md) - [Immersive Climate Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/remembering-the-future.md) - [Interactive Mountain Oracles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whispering-mountains.md) - [Multi-Sensory Art Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arcadia-earth-toronto-benjamin-von-wong.md) - [Mangrove Forest-Inspired Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/once-upon-a-forest.md) - [Nature-Celebrating Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nature-predates-man.md)