Peter Wehinger Makes a Creature Out of Play Dough and Bones
Tisah Tucknott — July 8, 2009 — Art & Design
References: peterwehinger.net & nextnature.net
Some artists use art to display and channel their quirky and socially unacceptable mindsets, and I'm beginning to think that Peter Wehinger is one of these artists.
Using play dough and dead animal bones, Peter Wehinger made these scary looking creatures from scratch, using materials he could find easily.
Check out the gallery to see an unlikely pairing of materials!
Implications - Art pieces such as the one featured can potentially inspire companies to use unlikely mediums and materials to create their products. The overuse of global resources is definitely something one must consider when designing a certain product. Using unusual materials would definitely put businesses at an advantage, as there is a higher likelihood that there is an abundance of this medium.
Using play dough and dead animal bones, Peter Wehinger made these scary looking creatures from scratch, using materials he could find easily.
Check out the gallery to see an unlikely pairing of materials!
Implications - Art pieces such as the one featured can potentially inspire companies to use unlikely mediums and materials to create their products. The overuse of global resources is definitely something one must consider when designing a certain product. Using unusual materials would definitely put businesses at an advantage, as there is a higher likelihood that there is an abundance of this medium.
Trend Themes
1. Unconventional Materials - Exploring unique mediums for product design to stand out in the market.
2. Sustainable Art - Creating art using eco-friendly and rescued materials to raise awareness.
3. Quirky Aesthetics - Incorporating unconventional and socially unacceptable styles to appeal to niche markets.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - Exploring sustainable materials for clothing and accessories design.
2. Interior Design - Incorporating quirky art pieces and unconventional materials for unique decor.
3. Consumer Goods - Experimenting with unique and sustainable materials for packaging and product design.
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