# Starry-Eyed Dichroic Sculptures Hikari Shimoda Unveils the 'Children of this Planet #38' Sculpture By Mickey Phoon | Published 2023-03-25 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/starryeyed-dichroic-sculpture References: [avantarte](https://avantarte.com/products/hikari-shimoda-children-of-this-planet-38)  Japanese artist Hikari Shimoda is set to release a starry-eyed dichroic sculpture called 'Children of this Planet #38.' In collaboration with [Avant Arde](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neojomon-biomorphic-fantme), the dichroic sculpture resembles Hikari Shimoda's 'Children of this Planet' portrait series. Hikari Shimoda is known for her artwork which features anime-inspired [childlike figures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-eternal-child) with expressions of innocence and chaos. The dichroic sculpture is constructed in a [dichroic resin](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-great-tree) that inhabits several shades of color while maintaining a semi-translucent figure. The art piece features the appearance of a kid with a bob-like hairstyle wearing a hoodie. The standout feature of this dichroic sculpture is its eyes, which are semi-translucent, with the left eye colored red and the right eye multi-colored. The dichroic sculpture measures 11.8 x 9.8 x 7.5 inches, and there is a signature on the bottom from the artist. There are only 50 units made of this piece, which will be available on April 20 for $5,507. Image Credit: Hikaru Shimoda and Avant Arde ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.5/10 - Popularity: 25% | Activity: 6% | Freshness: 15% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Anime-inspired Art:** Anime-style artwork is gaining popularity in Western culture, presenting an opportunity for artists to create and sell more anime-inspired pieces. - **Dichroic Resin Art:** The use of dichroic resin in art creates visually stunning and unique pieces, revolutionizing the use of traditional materials. - **Limited Edition Artwork:** The production of limited edition art pieces generates demand and exclusivity, leading to increased value and investment opportunities. ### Where This Applies - **Art and Collectibles:** The art and collectibles industry can leverage technology and new materials to create unique and exclusive pieces that appeal to a wider audience. - **Animation:** The animation industry can explore new avenues by collaborating with artists that specialize in anime-style art. - **Luxury Goods:** The production and sale of limited edition artwork presents an opportunity for luxury goods companies to expand their offerings and cater to a niche audience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Artful Anime-Blending Split Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/split-bust.md) - [Collaborative Sculptural Art Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neojomon-biomorphic-fantme.md) - [Intersecting Dimensional Art Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diorama.md) - [Afro-Futuristic Marble Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gaia.md) - [Avant-Garde Sculptural Editions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sculptural-edition.md) - [Mesmerizing Sculpture Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mesmerizing-sculpture.md) - [Digital Archetype Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christian-rex-van-minnen-1.md) - [Sci-Fi Nostalgic Dragon Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ground-dragon.md) - [Surreal Love-Themed Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/joakim-ojanen.md)