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Magical Mollusk Models

This LEGO Snail by Pino Turns the Slowpoke into Transport

— July 4, 2011 — Life-Stages
I don't know how effective a snail would be for transportation, but this magnificent LEGO creation by Pino is at least whimsical enough for me to not care about practicality.

What's remarkable about this surreal toy sculpture by Pino isn't the fact that it's just a snail, it's that, if the figure was actually to scale, the snail would be around four stories tall! The snail's shell also acts as a house for the mini toy figurine, who has a whip in hand to direct the mega snail as he pleases.

Implications - Consumers often find ways to take products to unexpected territory when left to their own devices. These interesting creations are then often shared in cyberspace. Corporations can actively scour the Internet for interesting ways in which their products are being used to find new applications for their goods.
Trend Themes
1. Unexpected Uses - Consumers are finding unexpected uses for products which can inspire corporations to create new applications for their goods.
2. Whimsical Sculptures - Whimsical sculptures that push the limits of reality are captivating audiences and inspiring artists to create new works.
3. Surreal Toys - Surreal toys are gaining popularity, and there is an opportunity for toy companies to create more innovative and imaginative designs.
Industry Implications
1. Toy Manufacturing - The toy manufacturing industry has an opportunity to create more imaginative and unusual designs in order to meet the growing demand for surreal toys.
2. Online Marketplaces - Online marketplaces can serve as a platform for creatives to share their unique and inventive product hacks.
3. Home and Garden Art - The home and garden art industry can create large scale, whimsical art pieces that bring joy and inspire creativity.
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