# Symbolic Fish Bowls Roger Arquer's Hand Blown Glass Art Explores Human Qualities By Pearl | Published 2011-02-12 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/symbolic-fish-bowls References: [ifitshipitshere.blogspot](http://ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com/2011/02/unusual-blown-glass-fish-bowls-by-roger.html) & [rogerarquer](http://www.rogerarquer.com/work/fishbowls/) Industrial designer Roger Arquer explores different and unique designs of [hand blown glass art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spiral-glass). His symbolic fish bowls let us imagine what the fish would want if it were human. His designs are fun and playful but they are also thought-provoking. Would the fish prefer some screening for privacy? Would it appreciate having a neighbor? Or even have a romantic relationship as depicted by the floating candlelight design? Of all the symbolic fish bowls, the one that probably resonates strongest is the **Do Not Piss Me Off** design which features a plug and chain. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.5/10 - Popularity: 76% | Activity: 50% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Pets](https://www.trendhunter.com/pets) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Hand Blown Glass Art:** The trend of hand blown glass art offers opportunities for artists to explore unique, thought-provoking designs. - **Symbolic Design:** The trend of symbolic design in art provides a platform for exploring human qualities and emotions through visual representation. - **Privacy and Personal Expression:** The trend of privacy and personal expression in art allows for the creation of designs that reflect individual preferences and desires. ### Who This Affects Most - **Art and Design:** The art and design industry can leverage the trend of hand blown glass art and symbolic design to develop innovative and captivating art pieces. - **Home Decor:** The home decor industry can incorporate the trend of privacy and personal expression in designs, offering products that cater to individual preferences and lifestyles. - **Retail and Gift:** The retail and gift industry can tap into the trend of hand blown glass art, providing unique and meaningful products that resonate with customers seeking artistic expression. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dynamic Colored Glass Bowls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tip-top-glass.md) - [Sculpturally Provocative Vases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vibrant-sculptural-vase.md) - [Iridescent Garden Decor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handpainted-school-of-fish-glass-bird-bath.md) - [Digital Archetype Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christian-rex-van-minnen-1.md) - [Sea-Inspired Mini Sculpture Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-sculptures.md) - [Unconventional Design Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/design-miami-2024.md) - [Balloon-Like Lighting Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soft-blown.md) - [Fish Tank-Inspired Japanese Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nao-iwanari.md) - [Artisanal Artful Glass Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kaanch-glass-series.md)