The Slingshots by Christopher Jarratt Should Stay Out of Playgrounds
Ana Lopez — October 15, 2011 — Art & Design
References: christopherjarratt & trendland.net
The Slingshots by Christopher Jarratt are a grandiose twist on the usually portable weapons. This larger-than-life collection was presented during the London Design Festival, and is distinguished by its size and natural wooden designs.
Jarratt's slingshots are one-of-a-kind objects, hand-crafted and produced from natural tree branches from one of England's greenest locations, the Epping Forest. In order to preserve the mesmerizing patterns and shapes of the wood, the artist designed each fork according to each wood's specific characteristics, making every slingshot unique. The colors and prints painted by Jarratt also add life and creativity to the collection.
The Slingshots by Christopher Jarratt come in limited editions, and are both pieces of art as well as functional weapons. In addition to The Slingshots, Jarratt also produced gigantic replicas of everyday objects like a hair brush and seedpods.
Jarratt's slingshots are one-of-a-kind objects, hand-crafted and produced from natural tree branches from one of England's greenest locations, the Epping Forest. In order to preserve the mesmerizing patterns and shapes of the wood, the artist designed each fork according to each wood's specific characteristics, making every slingshot unique. The colors and prints painted by Jarratt also add life and creativity to the collection.
The Slingshots by Christopher Jarratt come in limited editions, and are both pieces of art as well as functional weapons. In addition to The Slingshots, Jarratt also produced gigantic replicas of everyday objects like a hair brush and seedpods.
Trend Themes
1. Artistic Weaponry - There is an opportunity for artists to create unique, functional weapons that blend art and self-defense.
2. Nature-inspired Design - Designers can take inspiration from natural shapes and patterns to create artistic objects like Jarratt's slingshots.
3. Functional Art - The popularity of Jarratt's slingshots demonstrates the market potential for unique, one-of-a-kind pieces that blur the line between art and functional objects.
Industry Implications
1. Art - The art industry can explore new types of artistic objects, like functional weapons, that are both visually appealing and useful.
2. Design - Designers can incorporate natural materials and patterns into their work to create unique, nature-inspired designs.
3. Craftsmanship - There is an opportunity for craftsmen to create limited edition, hand-crafted objects that are both beautiful and functional, like Jarratt's slingshots.
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