# Gun-Replaced Photoblogs Thumbs & Ammo Swaps Violence for a More Positive Attitude By Meghan Young | Published 2013-11-27 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thumbs-ammo References: [lifelounge.au](http://www.lifelounge.com.au/the-lounge/news/movie-guns-replaced-by-thumbs.aspx) & [thumbsandammo.blogspot](http://thumbsandammo.blogspot.ca/) With debates about gun laws reaching an all-time high as violence continues to soar around the world, Thumbs & Ammo proposes a real attitude change. As it states on its website, "[Real tough guys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tough-guys-soft-sweaters) don't need guns, they just need a [positive, can-do attitude](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tumblr-campaign)." This is reflected through the replacement of lethal firearms with a more heartwarming gesture: the universal thumps up. A simple Photoshopped series, Thumbs & Ammo nevertheless carries a [strong message](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pocket-protests) that goes beyond the humor of the images. Whether it is Han Solo or the A-Team giving people a thumbs-up, the series will surely encourage people to stop and think before they fantasize about being a big action figure. Not to mention that the next time a person watches a blockbuster action film, images of thumbs up will pop up unexpectedly. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.8/10 - Popularity: 77% | Activity: 60% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Internet](https://www.trendhunter.com/internet) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Positive Attitude Promotion:** Replacing violent firearms with positive gestures such as thumbs up encourages a more optimistic mindset. - **Humorous Social Commentary:** Using humor through Photoshopped images, Thumbs & Ammo sparks conversation about the glorification of violence in media. - **Symbolic Substitution:** The use of thumbs up as a replacement for guns highlights the potential for alternative representations of power and strength. ### Who This Affects Most - **Entertainment:** The film and television industry can explore ways to incorporate more positive messaging and representation of power. - **Advertising:** Marketing campaigns can take inspiration from Thumbs & Ammo by using symbolic substitutions to challenge societal norms. - **Digital Art:** Digital artists can create thought-provoking works that challenge the status quo and promote positive attitudes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Satirical Political Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thoughts-prayers-toilet-paper.md) - [Gun Violence Prevention Films](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sandy-hook-promise.md) - [Mental Health-Supporting Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-last-photo.md) - [Firearm Policy Mapping](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/no-gun-zones-map-tool.md) - [Journalist-Focused Short Films](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-shooting.md) - [Child-Friendly Camera Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/camera-for-kids.md) - [Positive Social Media Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tumblr-campaign.md) - [Secure Firearm Campagins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/safe-stories.md) - [Thumbs Up Streaming Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/two-thumbs-up.md)