Artist James Clar Creates Luminous Rainbow-Hued Sculptures
Meghan Young — July 11, 2014 — Art & Design
Art installations involving vibrant fluorescent lights is nothing new, yet the work of James Clar gives it a refreshing update that sets it apart from the rest. First of all, he manages to create multiple hues in a single tube, which is both psychedelic and timely considering everyone's love of rainbow colors right now. Secondly, James Clar someone creates messages with his lights including 'The End,' 'Leave' and 'Sheep.'
Currently living and working in New York City, James Clar makes it a point to explore new technology. As written on his website, "James Clar’s work is an analysis and observation on the affects of media and technology on our perception of culture, nationality, and identity." He does just that in an easily digestible way that appeals to many different age groups.
Currently living and working in New York City, James Clar makes it a point to explore new technology. As written on his website, "James Clar’s work is an analysis and observation on the affects of media and technology on our perception of culture, nationality, and identity." He does just that in an easily digestible way that appeals to many different age groups.
Trend Themes
1. Vibrant Fluorescent Lights - Opportunity for artists and designers to create captivating and eye-catching installations using vibrant fluorescent lights.
2. Multi-hued Light Tubes - Potential for innovative lighting products that can produce multiple hues in a single tube, offering creative possibilities for interior design and architectural lighting.
3. Message-displaying Lights - Emerging trend of incorporating LED lights to convey messages or create interactive experiences in public spaces, opening up opportunities for advertising and immersive storytelling.
Industry Implications
1. Art and Design - Artists and designers can leverage the use of fluorescent lights to create captivating installations and explore new forms of artistic expression.
2. Interior Design - Interior designers can incorporate multi-hued light tubes into their projects to add visual interest and create unique lighting experiences for residential and commercial spaces.
3. Advertising and Marketing - Ad agencies and marketers can explore the use of message-displaying lights in their campaigns, combining the visual impact of vibrant colors with the power of storytelling to engage audiences in public spaces.
1.4
Score
Popularity
Activity
Freshness
