# Candy-Coated Cameras The Sprinkles 7D by PJ Linden Looks as Good as the Photos it Takes By John Ibbitson | Published 2011-12-11 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pj-linden References: [flickr](http://www.flickr.com/photos/mydeadbrain/5670163229/in/set-72157610546682901/) & [incrediblethings](http://www.incrediblethings.com/art-design/candy-coated-dslr/) This colorful, fun, custom-designed [Canon](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/transforming-camera-toys) camera created by PJ Linden is just one of the fabulous creations you’ll see on the artist’s website 'Wonderpuss Octopus Ink.' Using 3D paint, Linden was able to make this one-of-kind [Sprinkles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sprinkles-chocolate-bars) 7D camera that looks like it would be the perfect SLR for Rainbow Brite or Strawberry Shortcake. Not only can the Willy Wonka-inspired machine take excellent high resolution photos, but its camera body serves as a work of art as well, featuring bold, vibrant-colored [candy dots, chocolate sauce and sprinkles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/funfetti-celebrations-cake-mix) running partway down the barrel of the lens and a rainbow of pebble-like textures covering the remainder of it. So if you are looking for a camera that looks sweet even when not in use, then the Sprinkles 7D by PJ Linden will appeal to your tastes. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.4/10 - Popularity: 84% | Activity: 99% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Custom-designed Cameras:** The trend of custom-designed cameras presents opportunities for artists and designers to create unique, visually striking camera designs for consumers. - **High-resolution Photography:** The trend of high-resolution photography opens up opportunities for camera manufacturers to develop and market cameras with enhanced image quality and clarity. - **Artistic Camera Accessories:** The trend of artistic camera accessories provides opportunities for designers to create visually appealing and personalized camera accessories to enhance the aesthetics of photography. ### Where This Applies - **Camera Manufacturing:** The camera manufacturing industry can capitalize on the trend of custom-designed cameras by offering a wide range of camera designs to cater to different consumer preferences and styles. - **Photography Equipment Retail:** Photography equipment retail stores can tap into the trend of high-resolution photography by stocking and promoting cameras with advanced imaging capabilities to meet the demand for high-quality photography equipment. - **Art and Design:** The art and design industry can take advantage of the trend of artistic camera accessories by creating and selling unique, art-inspired camera accessories that appeal to photography enthusiasts looking to express their personal style. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Functional Gingerbread Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gingerbread-camera.md) - [Retro Doll-Themed Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barbie-film-camera.md) - [Tomato-Red Retro Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hello-kitty-35mm-camera.md) - [Cat-Inspired Camera Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/strawberry-kawaii.md) - [Color-In Photo Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toy-camera-concept.md) - [Doll-Inspired Retro Instant Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barbie-instant-camera.md) - [Tiny Colorful Camera Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chamera.md) - [Child-Friendly Camera Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/camera-for-kids.md) - [Collectible Mini Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/photo-creator-mini-cam.md)