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Unlikely Stone Sculptures

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

Hirotoshi Itoh's Rock Pieces Are Humorous and Avant-garde

— November 7, 2012 — Art & Design
Hirotoshi Itoh's amusing stone sculptures are a direct outgrowth of his family's Stonemasons business. The Tokyo artist's early exposure to rock carvings resonated with his creative mindset, prompting him to further pursue the skillful niche.

Itoh's collection is quite humorous and certainly unlikely. He portrays images of makeup cases, childhood apparel, paper bags and dripping slabs of butter through the grey boulders. Though these pieces are quite abstract, his exceptional detailing makes the subjects of his work clear.

These literally rock hard items are ideal for the purposes of decor. The unusual forms will at base spark conversation on Itoh's portfolio and history and on the modern application of sculpting to current fine art ventures.
Trend Themes
1. Rock Sculptures - The trend of rock sculptures is emerging in the art industry, providing an opportunity for artists to challenge the norm and create unique pieces.
2. Humorous Art - Humorous art is becoming popular among collectors and enthusiasts, allowing for artists to push the boundaries in terms of content and creativity.
3. Unconventional Decor - There is an emerging trend towards unconventional decor, creating an opportunity for artists to create pieces that challenge traditional notions of home decor.
Industry Implications
1. Fine Art - The fine art industry can benefit from the emergence of rock sculptures and humorous art pieces, creating new avenues for artists to explore and collectors to invest in.
2. Home Decor - The home decor industry can embrace the trend of unconventional decor by collaborating with artists to create unique and compelling pieces that can be integrated into modern living spaces.
3. Stone Carving - The stone carving industry can diversify its offerings by exploring new design concepts and techniques, facilitated by the emergence of rock sculptures and unconventional decor trends.
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