# Video Game Paper Clip Sculptures These Giant Paperclip Sculpture Works Resemble Super Mario World By Kyle Towers | Published 2013-03-08 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paper-clip-sculpture References: [neatorama](http://www.neatorama.com/2013/03/06/Super-Mario-Bros-Sculptures-Made-of-Paperclips/) & [pietrodangelo.it](http://www.pietrodangelo.it/index.html) Paper clip sculpture art requires a tremendous amount of patience and effort. Pietro D'Angelo has definitely showcased all of that and more with his giant builds that mimic elements from the Super Mario world. His [paper clip sculpture art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-sculptures) includes Mario himself, along with a Koopa Troopa, mushroom and the iconic pipes. Just by looking at each bust, you can see how [intricate](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/louis-de-guzman-1) they are. It would take a meticulous hand and eye to be able to create such. The fact that they are so large only adds to the level of difficulty. Considering the pieces are made from paper clips, the pieces are great representations of the elements and characters from the [Mario franchise](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/super-mario-kart-set). I wonder if he buys the paper clips pre-colored, because they are quite accurate. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.7/10 - Popularity: 4% | Activity: 10% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/games) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Paper Clip Sculpture Art:** There is an opportunity for artists to create large and intricate sculptures using everyday office supplies. - **Video Game Art:** There is potential for video game fan art to expand beyond digital mediums into physical art forms made from unconventional materials. - **Office Supply Recycling:** There is space for businesses or individuals to explore alternative uses for everyday office supplies such as paper clips. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Art Supply Retail:** Art supply stores can add more unconventional office supplies, such as paper clips, to their inventory to cater to artists interested in creating unique sculptures. - **Gaming Merchandise:** Gaming merchandise companies could explore partnerships or collaborations with artists who create physical video game art using unconventional materials. - **Sustainability:** Businesses and individuals can explore ways to recycle and repurpose everyday office supplies to reduce waste and promote sustainability. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Video Game-Inspired Hovercrafts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mario-kart-hovercraft.md) - [Video Game-Inspired LEGO Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunscreen-mist.md) - [Video Game-Inspired Homewares](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/super-mario-home-adventure-life.md) - [Game Villain Building Blocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mighty-bowser.md) - [Gaming Star Toppers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/invincibility-star.md) - [Sculptural Paper Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fragmenti.md) - [Paper-Made Mosaic Artwork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/real-life-architecture-exhibition.md) - [Video Game-Themed Pixel Paintings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pixel-art-collection.md) - [Nostalgic Gaming Cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oreo-x-super-mario.md)