# Fantasy Soda Can Creations This Dragon is Made Out of Recycled Pop Cans By Tisah Tucknott | Published 2009-07-11 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recycled-pop-can-dragon References: [gearfuse](http://www.gearfuse.com/soda-can-pull-tab-dragon/#more-15078) & [geekologie](http://www.geekologie.com/2009/07/blew_out_my_flip_flop_stepped.php) This artistic looking dragon looks like an ancient Asian sculpture. You would never think that the impressive creation was made solely of [pop can tops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coolcan). The artist who created the pop can dragon said that it took forever to create, and stands 14 inches long and 8 inches tall. The creator of the dragon decided to name his creation 'shinkonryuu,' to encompass the idea that the sculpture inhabits the spirit of a person. **Implications** - *Be more clear! This development is telling of the consumer market at the moment. People are more and more concerned with the environment and [recycling](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tetra-prisma-aseptic-300-edge) due to images and media warning them of the consequences of their actions. Consumers are embracing this eco-friendly lifestyle. Businesses can develop on this fear by revealing it a little, and showing that something beautiful can indeed arise from what might seem like a mess. Companies can start making more alternative images because of this consumer acceptance . ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.8/10 - Popularity: 47% | Activity: 90% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Eco-friendly Art:** The creation of art using recycled materials, such as pop cans, is becoming a popular trend as consumers embrace eco-friendly lifestyles. - **Consumer Environmental Consciousness:** Growing concerns about the environment and recycling are driving consumers to support businesses that promote sustainability and offer eco-friendly products. - **Alternative Imagery in Marketing:** Businesses can capitalize on consumer acceptance of eco-friendly initiatives by showcasing alternative and creative images that demonstrate how beauty can emerge from recycled materials. ### Where This Applies - **Art and Design:** The art and design industry can explore new opportunities by incorporating recycled materials into their creations and appealing to environmentally conscious consumers. - **Waste Management:** The waste management industry can innovate by developing more efficient recycling processes for pop cans and other materials to meet the growing consumer demand for sustainability. - **Marketing and Advertising:** The marketing and advertising industry can create disruptive campaigns by incorporating alternative imagery that showcases the beauty and possibilities of recycled materials to resonate with environmentally conscious consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Recycled Collectible Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recyclings.md) - [Sci-Fi Nostalgic Dragon Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ground-dragon.md) - [Dragon-Honoring Fortune Cans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fortune-cans.md) - [Fantastical Creature-Inspired Sodas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/irnbru-xtra-legend-editions.md) - [Dragon Fruit-Flavored Sodas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fanta-dragon-fruit-zero-sugar.md) - [Dragon-Inspired Personal Care Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/year-of-the-dragoninspired1.md) - [Fantasy-Inspired Soda Flavors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cocacola-dreamworld.md) - [Eco-Conscious Canned Water](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wenlock-spring.md) - [Mixed Material Home Decor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/resin-dragon-egg-ornament.md)