# Metal Pellet Depictions These Portraits of Cornelius and Zira by Joe Black are Breathtaking By Erin Kirkpatrick | Published 2012-07-25 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portraits-of-cornelius-and-zira-by-joe-black References: [ifitshipitshere.blogspot](http://ifitshipitshere.blogspot.ca/2012/07/planet-of-apes-portraits-created-with.html) & [mrjoeblack](http://www.mrjoeblack.com/art/?paged=2) When it comes to paying tribute to the original Planet of the Apes franchise, the Portraits of Cornelius and Zira by Joe Black show appreciation through the act of unusual artistry. Using 57,000 [stainless steel balls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/painting-exhibition), Black painstakingly glued each pellet to a black rubber base to create these captivating film-inspired works. From up close, the works appear to be nothing but random collections of small spheres; from far back, the true artistry and creative patience is seen, as flawless Planet of the Ape-inspired portraits are visible. As an artist, Black is often recognized for his use of quirky materials like [LEGO](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portrait-of-a-woman-in-a-hat), badges and plastic toys in order to create seamless works of art. Paying tribute to the original Cornelius and Zira, played by Roddy McDowell and Kim Hunter, the Portraits of Cornelius by Joe Black use unbelievable materials to create mind-blowing masterpieces. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.5/10 - Popularity: 65% | Activity: 32% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Unconventional Art Materials:** The use of unconventional materials such as stainless steel balls, badges, and plastic toys creates an opportunity for artists to create unique and innovative works of art. - **Hyper-realistic Portraiture:** The trend of creating hyper-realistic portraits using unusual materials creates an opportunity for artists to explore new techniques and push the boundaries of traditional portraiture. - **Film-inspired Art:** Paying tribute to iconic movies through art creates an opportunity for artists to tap into a large and passionate fan base, and for businesses to reach those fans through collaborations and merchandising. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Art:** Artists can explore disruptive innovation opportunities by experimenting with unconventional materials and techniques to create unique and innovative works of art. - **Entertainment:** Collaborations between artists and entertainment companies can create exciting products and experiences for fans of iconic movies and franchises. - **Merchandising:** The popularity of film-inspired art creates an opportunity for businesses to sell merchandise featuring these works, appealing to fans of both the art and the franchise. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Insect-Inspired Bronze Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/insect-bronze-sculptures.md) - [Otherworldly Wooden Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooden-sculptures-1.md) - [Afro-Futuristic Marble Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gaia.md) - [Limited-Edition Astronaut Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/limitededition-astronaut-sculpture.md) - [Glamorous Artful Bronze Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sweet-jane.md) - [Almost-Extinct Animal Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fauna-series.md) - [Sci-Fi Show Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yusuke-hanai-1.md) - [Americana Subculture-Themed Art Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bullet-proof.md) - [Shiny Chrome Ape Statues](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baby-milo-1.md)