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Everyday Artistic

The recession has a lasting effect on artists who make due with what they have

Implications - Using everyday objects as an art medium makes it easier for an audience to understand art, while signifying consumers' ability to make due with what they have. Even after the credit crunch has subsided, artists and everyday consumers are making the best of what they have, creating pieces that are innovative in more ways than one. Artists and art directors can adapt this style to make pieces that the average audience can relate to effortlessly.
Trend Themes
1. Repurposing Everyday Objects for Art - Using everyday objects as an art medium is a trend that signifies consumers' ability to make do with what they have.
2. 3D Art From Trash - Creating 3D art from trash is a trend that turns something useless into something that can be viewed as art.
3. Innovative Use of Materials - Artists who use unconventional materials to make their art (such as plastic bags, pencils, and cash) signify a trend of innovation and creativity in the art world.
Industry Implications
1. Art - The art industry can capitalize on these trends by promoting and supporting artists who use non-traditional materials and mediums for their art.
2. Sustainability - The sustainability industry can incorporate these trends by promoting the reuse and repurposing of everyday materials, reducing waste and promoting environmentally-friendly practices.
3. Design - The design industry can take advantage of these trends by incorporating unconventional materials and methods into their designs, creating unique and innovative products.
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