# Fast Food Resin Sculptures The Steph Mantis 'Ninja Throwing Slice' is Clever and Cute By Shiori Mine | Published 2012-06-22 | Updated 2012-06-24 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/steph-mantis-ninja-throwing-slice References: [laughingsquid](http://laughingsquid.com/ninja-throwing-slice-real-pepperoni-pizza-encased-in-clear-lucite) & [stephmantis](http://www.stephmantis.com/About-Contact) The Steph Mantis '[Ninja](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artisan-outdoor-pizza-oven) Throwing Slice' is a deliciously deceptive piece of artwork that doubles as a peculiar coaster. Born and raised in Biddeford, Maine, this artist has always had a close relationship with this classic fast food item. Mantis grew up in a pizza parlor and has found inspiration in fusing household materials with industrial design. Using real pepperoni slices, Mantis covers the greasy bites in [resin, which seals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meta-hardware) the delectable meal in a transparent shell. After the resin has hardened, the slices can now double as a bar room accessory that will have guests confused and hungry. This artist is truly quirky as her pieces, with a bio that includes facts like "solved a real life police investigation at age 14" and "can juggle." The Steph Mantis Ninja Throwing Slice is a salivating [sculptural masterpiece](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-sculptures). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.1/10 - Popularity: 36% | Activity: 80% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Home](https://www.trendhunter.com/home) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Food-inspired Art:** Opportunity to create unique artwork by incorporating food and household materials. - **Resin Crafts:** Potential for expanding the use of resin in artistic creations and functional products. - **Quirky Sculptures:** Emerging trend of creating unconventional and attention-grabbing sculptures. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Art and Design:** Opportunity for artists to explore new materials and techniques for creating innovative artwork. - **Crafts and DIY:** Growing industry around resin crafts and innovative use of everyday objects. - **Home Decor and Accessories:** Market potential for unique and quirky sculptures as statement pieces or functional accessories. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Digital Archetype Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christian-rex-van-minnen-1.md) - [Pizza-Inspired Artworks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/national-pepperoni-pizza-day.md) - [Crystal-Adorned Crushed Cans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sam-keller.md) - [Pizza Jewelry Collabs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wanderlust-co-x-rubirosa.md) - [Hyperrealistic Food Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/looks-delicious.md) - [Intricate Resin Hand-Painted Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snh003.md) - [Burger-Themed Slime Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/slime-life-cheeseburger-diy-slime-kit.md) - [Artful Anime-Blending Split Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/split-bust.md) - [Cartoon Turtle-Themed Pizzas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/turtle-pizza.md)