# Mythical Mountain Range Publications The 'Mountains of Kong' 3D Photo Book is Ornately Ethereal By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2018-04-13 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mountains-of-kong References: [thegadgetflow](https://thegadgetflow.com/portfolio/3d-stereoscopic-photo-book/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1704764054/mountains-of-kong-a-3d-photo-book-of-a-phantom-lan) The 'Mountains of Kong' 3D photo book has been designed as an ornately ethereal publication that will provide readers with a glimpsed into the [mythical landscape](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whispering-mountains) that exists only in the minds of imaginative explorers. The book contains a total of 35 [stereoscopic images](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-outside-book) that are all centered on the fictitious Mountains of Kong, which were believed to extend from Guinea in West Africa far eastward with unbelievable beauty. The book imagines some perplexingly beautiful landscapes and animals in the midst, which can alls be admired in a new way to help bring them to life, if only for a brief moment in our mind. The 'Mountains of Kong' 3D photo book is the design work of Jim Naughten, and speaks to the growing popularity of travel and the imaginative experience that goes along with it. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.6/10 - Popularity: 33% | Activity: 8% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **3D Photo Books:** The trend of 3D photo books presents an opportunity for businesses to create immersive and visually captivating storytelling experiences. - **Imaginative Exploration:** The trend of imaginative exploration offers businesses the chance to tap into consumers' desire for escapism and fantastical experiences. - **Ornate Design:** The trend of ornate design in publications opens up opportunities for businesses to create visually stunning and luxurious products for consumers. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Book Publishing:** The book publishing industry can capitalize on the trend of 3D photo books to create innovative and immersive reading experiences. - **Travel and Tourism:** The travel and tourism industry can leverage the trend of imaginative exploration to offer unique travel packages and experiences that transport customers to mythical landscapes. - **Art and Design:** The art and design industry can embrace the trend of ornate design in publications to create visually stunning artwork and decorative pieces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Electronic 3D Book Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bbook.md) - [Distinctive Dragon-Themed Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/distinctive-dragonthemed-books-dragonborn-features-illustrative-end-pages-a.md) - [Picturesque Cyclist Exploration Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cyclist-ride.md) - [3D-Printed Flip Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stl-sculptures.md) - [Multi-Sensory Perfume Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/louis-vuittons-perfume-atlas.md) - [Topographical Recycled Coffee Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/two-coffee-tables.md) - [Japanese Mountain Range Cakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mt-fuji-chocolate-cake.md) - [Unique Artistic Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amusebouche.md) - [Design Journey Picture Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thedownunder.md)