# Action Figure Lighting Ryan Mcelhinney Crafts Lamps That Any Kid Would Love By Michael Hines | Published 2010-08-05 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ryan-mcelhinney References: [neatorama](http://www.neatorama.com/2010/08/03/action-figure-lamp/) & [ryanmcelhinney](http://www.ryanmcelhinney.co.uk/ryan2/toy5.html) Artist Ryan Mcelhinney is a pro at upcycling old action figures into kickass lamps. Bonding old action figures together and coating it with a high-gloss polyurethane, these [toy lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emil-robbrecht) will undoubtedly bring out your inner child. Taking you back to a simpler time, these Ryan Mcelhinney's 'Toy Lamps' consist of all your favorite action figures. Check out the featured gallery to see these [upcycled action figures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nytt-lys) in action. **Implications** - A simple and effective way for businesses to garner the attention and interest of consumers is by providing them simple relief from their tedious day-to-day responsibilities. Businesses that can transform an everyday, dull item into one that generates feelings of pleasure or amusement will see favorable results. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.1/10 - Popularity: 57% | Activity: 58% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/toys) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Upcycled Art:** Opportunity for artists and creators to turn discarded items into unique and functional pieces. - **Nostalgia Marketing:** Businesses can tap into consumers' nostalgia by repurposing popular toys or elements from the past. - **Interactive Lighting:** Innovative lamps that incorporate action figures or other interactive elements to create a unique lighting experience. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Art & Design:** Artists and designers can explore using unconventional materials and upcycling practices to create distinctive products. - **Retail:** Retailers can leverage nostalgia marketing to attract customers by offering products that evoke memories and emotions from their childhood. - **Home Decor:** The home decor industry can embrace interactive lighting concepts to provide consumers with engaging and personalized lighting solutions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Animation-Inspired LED Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/animationinspired-led-lamp.md) - [Selfie-Based Action Figures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/formlabs.md) - [Sci-Fi-Inspired Dynamic Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spacetime-transformation-lamp.md) - [Recycled Lighting Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nytt-lys-collection.md) - [Futuristic Totemic Lighting Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/space-relics.md) - [Antique-Style Building Block Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-ideas-led-lamp.md) - [Selfie-Centric Action Figures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selfie-series.md) - [Human-Made Lamp Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/i-am-not-a-robot-lamp-collection.md) - [Creature-Like Floor Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-pink-robots-won.md)