Janet Echelman created this captivating aerial artwork that is suspended above Boston's streets. Echelman titled this project 'As if it Were Already Here.' In the daylight, the suspended artwork cascades its ethereal shape with reflecting features to captivate the passersby. By night this magically rainbow-infused tapestry broadcasts florescent colors that can be seen throughout the city.
This artwork is much too large for a gallery, as it weighs in at 2,000 pounds. The entire mesh aerial artwork is comprised of 542,000 knots woven together by hand. When suspended overhead, this massive artwork looks like a vibrant illusion of glowing deep sea fish or enhanced Northern Lights being dramatically recreated for Boston.
This artist created similar piece of art in major cities across the globe such as Sydney, Seattle and Vancouver.
Suspended Rainbow Artwork
This Aerial Artwork Cascades Colorful Patterns Above Boston's Streets
Trend Themes
1. Suspended Aerial Artworks - There is an opportunity to create more suspended aerial artworks that captivate people's attention and can be used to beautify urban spaces.
2. Interactive Public Art - There is an opportunity to create interactive public art installations that engages people and connects them to local art communities.
3. Mixed Media Art Installations - There is an opportunity to incorporate multiple technologies and mediums in creating immersive and awe-inspiring art installations.
Industry Implications
1. Art and Culture - Artists and art organizations can capitalize on the trend towards public art installations creating more immersive and interactive experiences.
2. Urban Planning and Architecture - City planners and architects can work with artists to incorporate public art installations in urban designs, creating a distinctive sense of place and a unique identity for a city.
3. Tourism and Hospitality - Tourism and hospitality industries can benefit from the popularity of public art installations, by promoting them as attractions, and incorporating them into hospitality experiences such as art tours and hotel design.