James Corbett wants to recycle your car into art. These works are carefully thought out and skillfully executed sculptures made from car parts. Not every part is easily recognized, even by experienced gear heads, but the pieces will be conversation art for any car lover. It’s odd to see animal sculptures from steel and aluminum, but they are there.
Implications - Sculptures made from recycled or found items found a foothold in the DIY movement that the recession inspired. To stand out within the niche, savvy artists made items sourced from similar pieces, such as a roadster made from car parts. These items appeal to ultimate fans and hobbyists as the ultimate collector piece.
Retro Art From Old Car Parts
Remanufactured Sculptures for Gearheads
Trend Themes
1. Recycled Art - Upcycling car parts into artwork presents opportunities for artists to create unique and eco-friendly pieces.
2. Found Object Sculptures - Creating art sculptures from found objects presents an opportunity to stand out and create conversation pieces.
3. Niche Art - Appealing to ultimate fans and hobbyists presents opportunities to create collector pieces.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive - Upcycling car parts into artwork presents opportunities for the automotive industry to implement sustainable practices and create unique products.
2. Art - Creating art sculptures from found objects presents an opportunity for the art industry to promote eco-friendliness and creativity.
3. Collector's Items - Appealing to ultimate fans and hobbyists presents opportunities for the collector's item industry to create unique and highly sought-after products.