At over 9 feet tall and nearly 2000 pounds, this Michael Hansmeyer cardboard column is not your average piece of recyclable art.
Made through the use of a complex algorithm and a laser, the column is actually the unique combination of over 2700 1mm layers that have been individually crafted and then stacked on top of one another. The result is artwork that is so mind-bogglingly incredible that Michael Hansmeyer has actually had people tell him that pictures of his work seem more like digital renderings than actual photographs.
Moving forward, Michael Hansmeyer hopes to try his incredibly complex design process with materials that are stronger than cardboard in order to try creating actual structures. Needless to say, if he is successful, it would quite possibly lead to some of the most dazzlingly complex architectural design this world has ever seen.
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Trend Themes
1. Algorithmic Art - An emerging trend where artists are increasingly using complex algorithms to create truly unique works of art with the help of technologies like blockchain and machine learning.
2. Digital Fabrication - Technologies such as 3D printing, CNC machines, and laser cutters are making it easier than ever for artists, designers, and architects to create complex structures and sculptures.
3. Sustainable Art - An increasing number of artists are exploring ways to use recycled and sustainable materials, not just for artistic expression, but also as a way to promote environmentalism and reduce waste.
Industry Implications
1. Art and Design - The art and design industry stands to benefit from these new trends in algorithmic art, digital fabrication, and sustainable art, as they offer new ways to create and exhibit art.
2. Architecture and Engineering - These industries can benefit from the integration of new technologies to create complex and sustainable structures.
3. Manufacturing - As the use of digital fabrication technologies increases, the manufacturing industry can explore new avenues for efficient, sustainable, and customizable production processes.