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# Skulls in Shades Sculptures
Michael Leon's Limited Edition ‘Skulls Behind Sunglasses&#

By Katherinev123 | Published 2009-09-23 | Art & Design
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skulls-behind-sunglasses
References: [coolhunting](http://www.coolhunting.com/archives/2009/09/michael_leon_sc.php) & [michaelleonstudio](http://michaelleonstudio.com/web/store/)

When you’ve got a best-selling theme like Michael Leon’s notorious ‘Skulls Behind Sunglasses’ motif, it’s probably a good idea to stick with it.

The designer, former [Nike](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/markvonrama) Design Director and [skateboarding enthusiast](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-psychedelia) has created a [limited edition set of sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/split-bust) based on his ‘Skulls Behind Sunglasses’ image. The image is one that he has masterfully used in artwork since 2005, with the first black and white versions selling out minutes after he opened the doors to his namesake studio.

Unlike the first version, the limited edition set of ‘Skulls Behind Sunglasses’ spans the colors of the rainbow and each sculpture is cast in gypsum with a hand-engraved number and Leon’s signature.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 2.3/10
- Popularity: 46% | Activity: 15% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women
- Primary generations: Millennial
- Top markets: North America

## 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

- **Limited Edition Sculptures:** There is an opportunity for companies to capitalize on the success of limited edition art merchandise.
- **Reusing Best-selling Motifs:** Businesses can continuously generate revenue by creatively and productively reusing their best-selling motifs.
- **Collectible Sculptures:** With the increasing interest in art collecting, consumers are looking for unique and collectible sculptures to invest in.

### Industries Being Reshaped

- **Art Merchandise:** Companies can expand their product lines by producing limited edition merchandise featuring popular images and designs.
- **Fine Art:** Artists and galleries can take advantage of the trend for collectible sculptures and create unique pieces to attract buyers.
- **Home Decor:** Home decor businesses can collaborate with artists to produce unique and collectible sculptures as home accents and conversation pieces.

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