# Sci-Fi Crayon Sculptures Steve Thompson Carves Star Wars Characters into Crayola Crayons By Meghan Young | Published 2011-05-25 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/steve-thompson References: [neatorama](http://www.neatorama.com/2011/05/23/star-wars-crayon-sculptures/) & [blastr](http://blastr.com/2011/05/image-of-the-day-crayons.php) Steve Thompson is not the first person to create mini sculptures using [Crayola](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-crayon-pro) Crayons, but he is definitely the first artist to carve Star Wars characters into these waxy mediums. Although he has only sculpted [C-3PO](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-c3po), Chewbacca, Darth Vadar and a short Storm Trooper for now, I am sure that after the exposure they have received, he will definitely be doing some more. Unfortunately, there isn't any information about Steve Thompson himself aside from what I can infer. An obvious fan of Star Wars, he is a talented sculptor who likes to use atypical materials to express his imagination and skill. Aside from that, I love how Steve Thompson used characters that resonates with each crayon color he used. Finally, someone found a real use for the white one. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.8/10 - Popularity: 31% | Activity: 75% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## 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 - **Crayon Sculptures:** Using unconventional materials like crayons to create intricate sculptures presents an opportunity for artists to push the boundaries of their creativity. - **Pop Culture Sculptures:** Creating sculptures based on iconic pop culture characters provides a unique way for artists to attract and engage with fans. - **Character-based Artwork:** Crafting artwork inspired by beloved characters, such as those from Star Wars, allows artists to connect with a passionate and dedicated fanbase. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Art & Sculpture:** Incorporating unconventional materials and pop culture themes into traditional art forms opens up new possibilities for artists and galleries. - **Fan Merchandise:** Producing licensed merchandise featuring character-based artwork can tap into the substantial market of passionate fans and collectors. - **Event Planning & Entertainment:** Commissioning live sculpting demonstrations or exhibiting character-based sculptures at events can enhance the overall experience for attendees and create memorable moments. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sci-Fi-Inspired Classical Posters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sen-donnan.md) - [Sci-Fi Bath Soaps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-wars-bath-soap.md) - [Eroded Cartoon-Themed Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crystalized-squirtle.md) - [Digital Archetype Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christian-rex-van-minnen-1.md) - [Collectible Sci-Fi Coins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-wars-coins.md) - [Sci-Fi Show Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yusuke-hanai-1.md) - [Millennium Falcon Trays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-wars-tray.md) - [Sci-Fi-Honoring Toy Puzzle Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/force-of-creativity.md) - [Chrome-Colored Action Figures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-toys-1.md)