# Topographical Tape Carvings Takahiro Iwasaki Creates Miniature Sculptures From Unlikely Materials By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2013-02-25 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/takahiro-iwasaki References: [notcot.org](http://www.notcot.org/post/52792/) & [arataniurano](http://www.arataniurano.com/artists/iwasaki_takahiro/index_en.html) Landscape art is usually created using a piece of canvas and a palette of paint, but Japanese artist Takahiro Iwasaki breathes life into the form by creating the topographical renderings by carving them into [rolls of tape](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/enso-tape), on top of towels or on the ends of toothbrushes. Iwasaki doesn't hesitate with his design and makes [miniature renderings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nakajimaya-crossing) that can be missed at first glance because of the size and location that they feature. The entire collection is exceedingly interesting to experience because of two main reasons: naturally, the size and details play a huge roll in the experience, but it's also the way that Iwasaki uses everyday objects to create [fantastical buildings or landscapes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folding-landscape) from the most unexpected objects. After experiencing the collection, it's likely that you'll take a second glance at that dirty towel or roll of tape as being a possible location for some serious magic. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.5/10 - Popularity: 74% | Activity: 53% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [DIY](https://www.trendhunter.com/diy) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Miniature Sculptures:** Exploring the use of everyday objects to create intricate and imaginative artworks. - **Topographical Renderings:** Creating detailed landscapes and buildings on unconventional materials like rolls of tape and towels. - **Unconventional Materials:** Pushing the boundaries of traditional artistic mediums by utilizing unexpected objects. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Art and Sculpture:** Opportunity for artists to experiment with non-traditional materials and techniques to create unique and captivating artworks. - **Interior Design:** Incorporating miniature sculptures and topographical renderings into interior spaces to add a touch of whimsy and intrigue. - **Advertising and Marketing:** Using innovative techniques like topographical tape carvings to create visually striking and memorable brand experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Paper-Made Mosaic Artwork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/real-life-architecture-exhibition.md) - [Collaborative Sculptural Art Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neojomon-biomorphic-fantme.md) - [Monumental Air Installation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iwagumi-air-scape.md) - [Seasonal Interactive Fashion Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/washi-paper.md) - [Origami-Inspired Porcelain Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saori-matsushita.md) - [Miniature Artful Hip-Hop Landmarks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/danny-cortes.md) - [Otherworldly Wooden Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooden-sculptures-1.md) - [Geometric Wooden Art Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aleph-geddis.md) - [Destructive Nature Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keita-miyazaki.md)