# Fuzzy Sci-Fi Art Science Fiction Heroes Immortalized in Black Velvet By TopDog | Published 2009-11-06 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/velvet-science-fiction-hero References: [io9](http://io9.com/5397581/the-greatest-velvet-paintings-of-science) & [thevelvetstore](http://www.thevelvetstore.com/Merchant2/merchant.mv?Screen=PROD&Product_Code=va012&Category_Code=11) Science fiction has played a huge role in providing some of the inspiration for many of today’s scientific innovations. It kinda makes sense that the someone within the grasp of the cult of sci-fi would come up with a bizarre way to worship their favorite [sci-fi hero](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sen-donnan), and black velvet science fiction hero art could be it. What better way to show your reverence for [Captain Kirk](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-trek-spirits) than to have his face immortalized by fuzzy black velvet and hung on the wall above your action figure collection? Watch this video showcasing the only black velvet museum in the world, The Velveteria. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.2/10 - Popularity: 54% | Activity: 93% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Media](https://www.trendhunter.com/media) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Black Velvet Art:** The trend of black velvet art is on the rise, creating opportunities for artists and galleries to disrupt traditional art forms. - **Sci-fi Culture:** As sci-fi continues to influence popular culture, there is an opportunity for brands to tap into this trend and create unique products and experiences that target sci-fi enthusiasts. - **Nostalgia Marketing:** Brands can leverage nostalgia marketing to create campaigns that appeal to those who have grown up with sci-fi and are looking to relive their childhood or teenage years. ### Who This Affects Most - **Art and Design:** The trend of black velvet art presents opportunities for artists and galleries to disrupt traditional art forms and showcase unique works of art. - **Entertainment:** As sci-fi culture continues to grow in popularity, there is an opportunity for the entertainment industry to create new films, TV shows, and experiences that cater to sci-fi enthusiasts. - **Marketing and Advertising:** Nostalgia marketing presents an opportunity for brands to create campaigns that appeal to those who have grown up with sci-fi and are seeking to relive their childhood or teenage years. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sci-Fi-Themed Virtual Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roddenberry-archive.md) - [Fungi-Inspired Multidisciplinary Art Projects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-void.md) - [Hand-Knit Sci-Fi Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handknit-scifi-sculpture.md) - [Sci-Fi Show Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yusuke-hanai-1.md) - [Celestial Lounge Spaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/venus-lounge.md) - [Multi-Sensory Cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/multisensory-cocktail.md) - [Immersive Space Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beyond-the-light.md) - [Space-Themed Marbled Bear Figurine](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-hole-1.md) - [Sci-Fi Electric Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/volkswagen-van.md)