Douglas Young Turns Toys into a Chromatic Art Installation
Kevin Young — May 30, 2012 — Art & Design
References: goodsofdesire & designboom
Designer, architect and entrepreneur Douglas Young has created an art sculpture that will make little kids drool like the youngsters in Willy Wonka's Chocolate Factory.
Young is the founder of G.O.D, a Hong Kong-based company of brand goods, and has created a luminous stringed sculpture comprised of plastic water pistols called 'Quantity has a Quality In Itself.' A black metal frame holds the stringed plastic water pistols that dangle to create a wall of waving toys. The sculpture's meaning is to explore the memory of Hong Kong and how it once was the world's hub of plastic toy production. The exhibition was presented during Hong Kong's International Art Fair 2012.
"The colorful water pistol was one of its icons. Its lurid colours and poor quality construction is a far cry from the world of art," says Young.
Photo Credits: designboom, goodsofdesire
Young is the founder of G.O.D, a Hong Kong-based company of brand goods, and has created a luminous stringed sculpture comprised of plastic water pistols called 'Quantity has a Quality In Itself.' A black metal frame holds the stringed plastic water pistols that dangle to create a wall of waving toys. The sculpture's meaning is to explore the memory of Hong Kong and how it once was the world's hub of plastic toy production. The exhibition was presented during Hong Kong's International Art Fair 2012.
"The colorful water pistol was one of its icons. Its lurid colours and poor quality construction is a far cry from the world of art," says Young.
Photo Credits: designboom, goodsofdesire
Trend Themes
1. Chromatic Art Installations - Exploring the use of color in art installations can create visually stunning and immersive experiences.
2. Reimagining Childhood Nostalgia - Transforming childhood toys into art sculptures can evoke feelings of nostalgia and capture attention.
3. Upcycling and Repurposing Materials - Repurposing everyday objects, such as plastic water pistols, into art showcases the potential of upcycling and sustainability.
Industry Implications
1. Art and Design - Artists and designers can experiment with unconventional materials and techniques to create unique and thought-provoking installations.
2. Toy Manufacturing - Toy companies can explore partnerships with artists to create limited edition art toys, bridging the gap between collectibles and nostalgia.
3. Sustainability and Recycling - Companies in the recycling industry can collaborate with artists to promote the importance of repurposing materials and waste reduction.
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