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Spooky Skeletal Papercraft

These Takayuki Hori Transparent Origami Pieces are Eerie and Educating

— May 3, 2011 — Unique
Japanese artist Takayuki Hori's skeletal origami pieces aren't simply visually pleasing, but are also bold statements about the state of our current environment.

Origami is one of the oldest and most traditionally praised art forms in Japan. However, its popularity has been gradually decreasing over time and Takayuki Hori is attempting to resurrect the art form with his collection. The origami pieces are made of transparent paper and depict the skeletal systems of wildlife creatures. The three-dimensional aspect of the origami makes the paper skeletons very convincingly lifelike. Hori's focus on animals stems from his concern about the increasing number of endangered species in Japan. He hopes to shed light on current environmental practices, which are forcing native species out of their habitats.

Get a clear understanding of Japan's endangered species with Takayuki Hori's transparent skeletal origami collection.
Trend Themes
1. Transparent Origami Trend - The trend for transparent paper origami presents an opportunity for creatives to incorporate innovative and sustainable materials into their designs.
2. Skeletal Art Trend - The trend for skeletal art could be disruptive to the traditional art world by pushing boundaries and challenging people's perceptions of beauty.
3. Endangered Species Awareness Trend - The trend for raising awareness about endangered species presents an opportunity for businesses to make a positive social impact and be more environmentally conscious.
Industry Implications
1. Art and Design Industry - Takayuki Hori's skeletal origami pieces demonstrate the potential for artists and designers to use new materials and techniques to create innovative and thought-provoking pieces.
2. Environmental Industry - The issue of endangered species highlighted in Hori's collection presents an opportunity for the environmental industry to develop new initiatives to protect wildlife habitats and promote responsible environmental practices.
3. Education Industry - Hori's transparent origami pieces can be used in educational settings to teach students about the skeletal systems of various animals and the impact of environmental factors on those systems.
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