# Reimagined Everyday Objects Vanessa Mckeown Creatively Transforms the Mundane into the Unique By David Ingram | Published 2015-09-17 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vanessa-mckeown References: [thisiscolossal](http://www.thisiscolossal.com/2015/09/quirky-interpretations-of-everyday-objects-by-vanessa-mckeown/) & [vanessamckeown](http://www.vanessamckeown.com/) The work of photographer and art director Vanessa McKeown highlights a playful appreciation for creativity and imagination. These colorfully photographed creations by Vanessa McKeown are [everyday objects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/objects-from-frames) that have been re-imagined and transformed into something new and inspired. [Rainbow strips of candy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/looks-delicious) turned into a plate of spaghetti, a blonde women's wig remixed into a mop and a green avocado pit replaced with sprinkles are just some of the examples of what you can find in this artist's portfolio of work. One of the running themes by McKeown is the use of [colorful inflated balloons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keff-joons) to simulate various pieces of fruits and vegetables. Cherry tomatoes, pineapples, bananas and more all receive a whimsical makeover into something both entirely unique but instantly recognizable. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.7/10 - Popularity: 92% | Activity: 72% | 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Everyday Object Transformation:** The reimagining and transformation of everyday objects presents opportunities for innovative product design and marketing. - **Playful Creativity:** The incorporation of playfulness and imagination into everyday items opens avenues for creative branding and consumer engagement. - **Whimsical Food Replicas:** The creation of whimsical replicas of fruits and vegetables using colorful balloons offers possibilities for unique event decorations and marketing displays. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Product Design:** The field of product design can explore ways to reimagine and transform mundane objects to enhance their aesthetic appeal and functionality. - **Marketing and Advertising:** The marketing and advertising industry can leverage playfulness and creativity in everyday objects to create memorable campaigns and establish emotional connections with consumers. - **Event Planning and Decor:** The event planning and decor industry can incorporate whimsical food replicas using balloons to create visually stunning and captivating event experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Vibrantly Colorful Dynamic Artwork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kayla-rumpp.md) - [Playful Tableware Objects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/creative-dining-experience.md) - [Crystal-Adorned Crushed Cans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sam-keller.md) - [Whimsically Vibrant Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/colorama.md) - [Upcycled Object Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nendo-and-daniel-arsham.md) - [Artful Seaweed-Inspired Bin Magnets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magnetic-edition.md) - [Sophisticated Upcycled Home Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/basket-sculptures.md) - [Playful Packaging-Inspired Vases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/strawberry-milk-vase.md) - [Playful Modular Mops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wet-mop.md)