# Visage-Merging Installations The Metamorphosis Project Blends the Image of Two People By Alexander Lam | Published 2013-06-13 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/metamorphosis-project References: [psfk](http://www.psfk.com/2013/06/mirror-blends-faces-together.html) & [themetamorphosisproject](http://www.themetamorphosisproject.com/) A mirror by artist Alex Andre called the Metamorphosis Project seeks to merge the image of two people together. The [mirrored sculpture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sabine-marcelis-1) works by showing two users alternating images of themselves and the other person very quickly. The goal of the mirror is to create “insight into the notion of self in an effort to embrace togetherness,” according to Andre. A [wheel of partly mirrored glass](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zigzag-collection) spins in order to [merge your image with another person](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/split-bust). Using a hand crank, the mirror can be set to turn at a very high speed. As the wheel turns, you see a constant loop of the mirror and then the glass. As a result, your own visage is blended with the person on the other side. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.8/10 - Popularity: 6% | Activity: 10% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% 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 - **Visage-merging Installations:** The blending of images of two individuals using mirrors and technology creates a new trend in immersive installations. - **Insightful Self-reflection:** The use of mirrors to foster reflection and self-awareness opens up opportunities for personal growth and emotional well-being. - **Embracing Togetherness:** Art installations that promote connection and unity by merging images of multiple individuals inspire a trend of inclusivity and shared experiences. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Art Installations:** The art industry can incorporate visage-merging installations to enhance viewer engagement and encourage new forms of self-expression. - **Self-improvement and Wellness:** The wellness industry can adopt mirror-based technologies to facilitate personal reflection and promote mental well-being. - **Event and Experience Design:** The event industry can incorporate visage-merging installations to provide unique and interactive experiences for attendees. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Wavy Dual-Action Mirrors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/archvyli.md) - [Mirrored Hall Visual Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/internamente.md) - [Mirrored Flower Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reflecting-diverseness.md) - [Optical Illusion Mirrors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hooptical.md) - [Travel-Themed Fractured Mirrors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baggage-claim-mirrors.md) - [Reflective Material Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mirroring-dialogue.md) - [Dynamic Art Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/art-displays.md) - [Juxtaposing Digital Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/riflessi.md) - [Dynamic Structural Mirror Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bton-brut.md)