# Toy-Made Superhero Sketches Christoph Brown Uses an Etch-A-Sketch to Create Iconic Superheroes By Ady Floyd | Published 2015-08-18 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toymade-superhero-sketches-this-artist-uses-an-etchasketch-to-create-iconic References: [businessinsider](http://www.businessinsider.com/avengers-etch-a-sketch-images-2015-8?utm_source=feedly&utm_medium=webfeeds) & [etchu](http://www.etchu.com) Artist Christoph Brown creatively uses an etch-a-sketch to design portraits of people, but he has now expanded the scope of his work to include [superhero sketches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/super-heroes-vs-villains) as well. These detailed superhero portraits were created as a tribute to the 2015 summer movie The Avengers. Included in this artistic collection of famous superheroes is [Spider-Man, Iron Man and Captain America](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spiderman-x-crocs). This artist's creative medium for his artistic expression provides an entirely new way to appreciate the [childhood toy Etch-A-Sketch](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drawing-series). While these images would be impressive on a piece of paper, the fact that this artist uses only a toy increases the significance. This artist's skill for creating images on a pocket-sized child's toy is undeniably remarkable. The amount of detail that is evident in each images presents a unique skill that is not common in the art world. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.0/10 - Popularity: 6% | Activity: 15% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/toys) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Toy-made Superhero Sketches:** Using a childhood toy as a medium for art, creating detailed superhero sketches. - **Etch-a-sketch Artistic Expression:** Exploring the creative potential of the Etch-A-Sketch toy for creating impressive artwork. - **Unconventional Art Techniques:** Pushing the boundaries of traditional art by using unconventional mediums like an Etch-A-Sketch. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Art and Design:** Opportunity for artists to experiment with alternative mediums and challenge traditional art norms. - **Toy Industry:** Incorporating creativity and innovation into traditional toys to inspire unique forms of expression. - **Entertainment Industry:** Collaborating with artists to create interactive experiences that bridge the gap between art and popular culture. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Superhero-Themed DIY Art Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jim-lee-batman.md) - [Robotic Portrait Sketches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pankraz-piktograph.md) - [Comic Book Hero Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/comic-book-heros.md) - [Superhero-Themed Headphone Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3dprinted-headphone-stands.md) - [Superhero-Themed Block Pen Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-lord-helmet.md) - [Comic-Inspired Soda Cans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-heroes.md) - [Sci-Fi Show Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yusuke-hanai-1.md) - [Buildable 3D Superhero Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gotham-city-skyline-set.md) - [Artist-Designed Toy Lineups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/art-toy-series.md)