# Skull-Carved Books Digital Artist Raphael Dahan Creates Literal 'Facebooks' By Meghan Young | Published 2013-05-06 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/raphael-dahan References: [core77](http://www.core77.com/blog/flotspotting/facebooks_literally_24831.asp) & [coroflot](http://www.coroflot.com/doubledutch-nyc) Raphael Dahan, a New York-based digital artist and creative director of DDNA, has created a series of heads and one skull out of books. Nevertheless, the aren't exactly what it seems. Although there are some incredible [sculptures made out of actual books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amusebouche), Raphael Dahan has decided to put his digital skills to the test to create what appears to look like physical artworks. While the heads were created for Boekenweek Agency, the skull was envisioned for 3D Artist magazine. Each project, which was headed by Raphael Dahan, shows off an unparalleled skill with its comes to [digital artistry, CGI and post-production](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/olivier-van-herpt-1). [Strikingly intricate](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/light-into-darkness), the detail of each mugshot will impress many. This is especially the case since they involve the thin pages of an open book. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.1/10 - Popularity: 74% | Activity: 72% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Digital Sculptures:** Opportunity to innovate by merging traditional art forms with digital technology to create visually stunning sculptures. - **CGI Artistry:** Potential for disruptive innovation in the field of digital art, with advanced computer-generated imagery techniques pushing the boundaries of creativity. - **Book Sculpting:** Exploration of new art forms by using books as a medium, presenting opportunities for unique and thought-provoking creations. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Art and Design:** Innovation in the art and design industry through the incorporation of digital tools and techniques to create captivating and unconventional pieces. - **Publishing:** Integration of book sculpting as a niche form of artistic expression that can attract attention and enhance the overall value of collectible books. - **Advertising and Marketing:** Potential engagement strategies for brands and agencies, leveraging book sculptures to capture audience attention and create memorable campaigns. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Stunning Origami Portraits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/origami-portaits.md) - [3D-Printed Flip Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stl-sculptures.md) - [Artful Anime-Blending Split Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/split-bust.md) - [Sculptural Bookshelves Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sculptural-bookshelf.md) - [Virtual Craft Fusions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arnardo-collection.md) - [Otherworldly Wooden Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooden-sculptures-1.md) - [Limited 3D-Printed Ceramic Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dyadic-series.md) - [Sculptural Paper Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fragmenti.md) - [Textural Porcelain Vessels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tamara-efrat.md)