# Subverted Miniature Dioramas This Artist Makes Mini Scenes for a Calander Project By Christopher Magsambol | Published 2015-09-26 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miniature-dioramas References: [ignant.de](http://www.ignant.de/2015/09/21/tatsuya-tanaka-creates-playful-miniature-dioramas-everyday/) & [instagram](https://instagram.com/tanaka_tatsuya) As part of his 'Miniature Calendar' project, Tatsuya Tanaka has been creating miniature dioramas using everyday objects like food, utensils and screws. Tanaka uses extremely small figures and places them intricately to create the scale and feel of a real situation. By carefully picking and choosing where to place the [miniature scenes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/world-of-miniverse), Tanaka is able to make ordinary things like beer foam and ice cream look like snow and mountains. Posting these photos began as a way for Tanaka to showcase his large collection of [miniature diorama dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miniverse-make-it-mini-real-baby), but after an [Instagram](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/worlds-smallest) comment asked him create the scenes more frequently, Tanaka soon followed suit. In describing the collection, Tanaka's believes that transforming ordinary things can become fun when imagined in a different way. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.5/10 - Popularity: 54% | Activity: 44% | 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) > [Customization](https://www.trendhunter.com/customization) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Miniature Diorama Art:** Opportunities for artists, hobbyists and designers to create unique and engaging art pieces using everyday objects. - **Innovative Marketing Techniques:** Businesses can use miniature diorama scenes to showcase their products and services in a unique and playful way. - **Sustainable Art:** Opportunities for artists and designers to create environmentally friendly artworks using repurposed everyday objects. ### Who This Affects Most - **Art and Design:** The art and design industry can leverage miniature diorama art pieces to create unique art exhibitions, displays, and installations. - **Marketing and Advertising:** The marketing and advertising industry can use miniature diorama scenes to create memorable and shareable brand experiences and campaigns. - **Environmental Sustainability:** The environmental sustainability industry can promote the use of repurposed everyday objects to create art and design pieces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Miniature Baking Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-food.md) - [Miniature Artful Hip-Hop Landmarks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/danny-cortes.md) - [DIY Food Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miniverse-make-it-mini-from-scratch.md) - [Festive Baking Miniatures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miniverse-make-it-mini-food-holiday-series.md) - [Food Influencer-Inspired Miniature Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kate-norkeliunas.md) - [Community-Centric Sculptural Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playful-sculptures.md) - [Tiny Decorating Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miniverse-make-it-mini-spaces.md) - [Realistic Food Candles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pantlers-rations.md) - [Miniature Sub Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/worls-smallest-sub.md)