# Tree Trunk Texts Kevin Wade Creates 'Ringbearer' Arboreal Inspired Typography By Rachel | Published 2009-07-14 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tree-trunk-kevin-wade-typography-book References: [worldfamousdesignjunkies](http://worldfamousdesignjunkies.com/typography/tree-trunk-of-a-book-for-a-font/) & [manystuff.org](http://www.manystuff.org/?p=1662) Kevin Wade created a [typography style](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/times-new-ramen) inspired by tree trunks, named Ringbearer. When trying to sell the text, he decided he needed a new way of displaying it and with that came the [tree ring book](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/parks-2). The book by Kevin Wade features individual letters of his typography on separate pages, all made to look like rings of a tree. At the end of the book is a fold out poster that shows all the text. A great way to sell an idea, and in this case, a [tree-inspired text](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hughmanity). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.0/10 - Popularity: 17% | Activity: 6% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Tree-inspired Typography:** Opportunity for designers to create unique branding and packaging using typography inspired by nature. - **Interactive Product Catalogs:** Opportunity for businesses to create immersive product catalogs that incorporate unique designs and engage customers. - **Nature-inspired Marketing:** Opportunity for companies to tap into the growing trend of eco-friendliness by incorporating nature-inspired designs in their marketing materials. ### Where This Applies - **Graphic Design:** Opportunity for graphic designers to create unique and innovative typography styles that are inspired by nature. - **Printing and Publishing:** Opportunity for companies in the printing and publishing industry to offer new and creative ways to display typography, such as in the form of a tree ring book. - **Retail:** Opportunity for retailers to incorporate nature-inspired designs in their branding and packaging to attract eco-conscious consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Tree-Based Material Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/abney-effect.md) - [Modular Typography Stamp Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-typography-stamp-set.md) - [Artful Wooden Furniture Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/knowledge-of-all-dark-things.md) - [Toddler-Focused Typography Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/my-first-book-of-fancy-letters.md) - [Typographic-Inspired Intricate Textiles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glyph-collection.md) - [Minimalist Greenery Bookends](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plant-propagation-bookend.md) - [Time-Layered Wood Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/age-of-wood.md) - [Typography-Inspired Lifestyle Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-industries.md) - [Tree-Intertwined Metal Benches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tenir-bench.md)