# Deceptively Diminutive Dioramas The Box by Coke Wisdom O'Neal Features Real People By Meghan Young | Published 2012-06-28 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-box-by-coke-wisdom-o-neal References: [mymodernmet](http://www.mymodernmet.com/profiles/blogs/coke-wisdom-oneal-the-box) & [mixedgreens](http://mixedgreens.com/artist.php?id=16) The popularity of [dioramas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-diorama) has not escaped the attention of those who like to resort to a little bit of trickery from time to time, which the series The Box by [Coke](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cocacola-x-crocs) Wisdom O'Neal is the perfect example of. To the casual observer, the props and figure carefully placed in the wooden box will most likely look like toys. Upon closer inspection, however, the lifelike details will betray the truth: These are no toys at all, but real people. Essentially, The Box by Coke Wisdom O'Neal fools people thanks to its deceptive backdrop. The gigantic 22-foot-tall wooden box makes the people standing in it look as small as toys. According to one gallery, the series is like the "photographic study in identity and identification." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.0/10 - Popularity: 71% | Activity: 41% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/stylephotography) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Optical Illusion Dioramas:** Creating dioramas that use optical illusions to deceive the viewer and create a unique experience. - **Life-like Miniature Art:** Producing miniature art pieces with lifelike details to create a sense of realism and fascination. - **Identity Exploration Through Art:** Exploring themes of identity and identification through artistic mediums like diorama installations. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Art Exhibitions:** Art galleries and museums can showcase diorama installations that challenge perceptions and engage viewers. - **Optical Illusion Entertainment:** Amusement parks and entertainment venues can incorporate optical illusion dioramas as novel attractions. - **Collectibles and Miniatures:** Companies manufacturing and selling lifelike miniatures can tap into the trend of creating realistic dioramas for collectors and enthusiasts. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Micro Toy Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/micro-toy-box.md) - [Intricate Resin Hand-Painted Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snh003.md) - [Intersecting Dimensional Art Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diorama.md) - [Digital Collectible Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/digital-figure-box.md) - [Miniaturized Product Art Photographs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/small-muji.md) - [Miniature Artful Hip-Hop Landmarks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/danny-cortes.md) - [Miniature Collectible Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/world-of-miniverse.md) - [Compact Furniture Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boxed-collection.md) - [Paper-Made Mosaic Artwork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/real-life-architecture-exhibition.md)