# Massive Origami Taxidermy These Papercraft Creations From Holger are Humane, Creative and Vibrant By Holger Hoffmann | Published 2015-01-19 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/papercraft References: [boredpanda](http://www.boredpanda.com/unique-papercraft-art-for-your-home/) & [indiegogo](https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/papertrophy-unique-papercraft-art-for-your-home/x/9610936) Papertrophy Designer Holger from Berlin takes [papercraft and origami](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saori-matsushita) to a new level by building a life-sized gorilla out of paper and nothing more than regular glue. A bit smaller but no less great looking are the [wall art papercraft trophies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paper-curves). He ensures that no animals were harmed in the making and all Trophies are built from high quality eco-friendly paper. Right now, the designer is running an Indiegogo campaign to bring these highly creative and visual creations to the masses. These paper designs come in a variety of sizes, animals and bold colors. They are a playful and [humane alternative to actual taxidermy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fibredog) with the added bonus of the collection featuring standing designs. The standout piece from the collection is certainly the unicorn. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.1/10 - Popularity: 69% | Activity: 47% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - 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 - **Eco-friendly Papercraft:** Embracing eco-friendly materials and techniques in papercraft offers new opportunities for sustainable art and design. - **Growth in Creative Taxidermy Alternatives:** The demand for creative, humane alternatives to traditional taxidermy is on the rise, opening up new market possibilities for innovative designers. - **Customizable Papercraft Collectibles:** The trend of customizable papercraft collectibles allows consumers to express their unique style and preferences through DIY art projects. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Art and Design:** The art and design industry can benefit from embracing eco-friendly materials and techniques in papercraft, offering more sustainable and appealing options to consumers. - **Home Decor:** The home decor industry can tap into the growing demand for creative, humane alternatives to traditional taxidermy by offering unique and visually striking papercraft wall art. - **Craft and DIY:** The craft and DIY industry can capitalize on the trend of customizable papercraft collectibles by providing kits and resources for consumers to create their own unique art pieces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Almost-Extinct Animal Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fauna-series.md) - [Stunning Origami Portraits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/origami-portaits.md) - [Folded Paper Figures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clara-von-zweibergk.md) - [Paper-Made Mosaic Artwork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/real-life-architecture-exhibition.md) - [Origami-Inspired Ceramics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/origami-series.md) - [3-D Card Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/6-popup-animal-cards-to-make.md) - [Paper-Made Origami Illuminators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hanging-origami-lamp.md) - [Human Embraced-Inspired Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wallmounted-sculpture.md) - [Recycled Paper Pulp Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-lamp1.md)