# Creepy Feline Cadets The Army of Luck Art Installation is Complex and Creepy By Jana Pijak | Published 2012-04-12 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-global-pursuit-of-happiness References: [creativeapplications.net](http://www.creativeapplications.net/scripts/the-global-pursuit-of-happiness-boris-petrovskys-army-of-520-lucky-cats/) & [vimeo](http://vimeo.com/38796123) Made up of [520 Japanese Maneki Neko cats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whiskas-purradise), 'The [Army of Luck](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ninja-basketball-army)' art installation has been designed by German media artist Boris Petrovsky. Known to bring luck and prosperity, these popular souvenirs have been arranged into multiple rows, filing into a grid-like pattern. Recently premiering at the Art Karlsruhe 2012, this [interactive sculptural piece](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eye-of-the-future) moves, shocking viewers as it impresses some and scares others. Moving in unison, the 500+ felines wave, resembling a trained army. Generated to spell out the word 'hello,' the cats impress their bewildered audience, expressing a variety of arm gestures and military stances. 'The Army of Luck' art installation by Boris Petrovsky serves as the artist's metaphor for 'The Global Pursuit of Happiness'. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.8/10 - Popularity: 55% | Activity: 50% | 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) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Interactive Art Installations:** The use of interactive elements in art installations offers opportunities for immersive and engaging experiences. - **Cultural Souvenir Trends:** The incorporation of popular cultural souvenirs in art installations taps into nostalgia and brings a unique twist to traditional forms of art. - **Metaphorical Art Representations:** Art installations that convey deeper meanings through symbolic representations allow for thought-provoking experiences. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Art and Entertainment:** The art and entertainment industry can explore the integration of interactive elements to redefine traditional art forms and enhance audience engagement. - **Tourism and Souvenir Shops:** Souvenir shops and the tourism industry can take advantage of cultural souvenir trends to offer unique and appealing products to tourists. - **Conceptual Art Exhibitions:** Conceptual art exhibitions and galleries can showcase metaphorical art representations to stimulate dialogue and intellectual exploration. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Humorous Cat Collectables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tired-cats-gachapon.md) - [Robotic Digital Surveillance Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/accept-all.md) - [Japanese Illustration-Inspired Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mofusand-1.md) - [Playful Pop Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/louis-vuitton-octopus.md) - [Playful Billboard Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dreamies-treats.md) - [Modular Magnetic Cat Walls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nyanpeki.md) - [Convenience Store Cat Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/family-nyart-major-campaign.md) - [Big-Screen Cat Ads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inaba.md) - [Adorable Cat Milk Cartons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adorable-blue-cat.md)