Industrial-Inspired Themed Hearts That Tell Stories
Cecilia Biemann — February 4, 2009 — Art & Design
References: craftster.org
These gorgeous handmade steampunk hearts created out of polymer clay are created by Kimberly of Monster Kookies.
Each heart is made to a certain theme, such as ‘Rodent Power’ which features a little mouse on a wheel, and ‘Love On, Love Off’ which alludes to the concept of how easily some people can switch off their feelings.
My personal favourite is the one called ‘Repair Job’ which comments on how the human heart becomes an old piece of machinery that wears over time and needs to be repaired. In this vein, the artist created the piece using both old and new parts, shiny and worn pieces, and performed plenty of repair work on the heart’s aorta with her soldering stick.
Each heart is made to a certain theme, such as ‘Rodent Power’ which features a little mouse on a wheel, and ‘Love On, Love Off’ which alludes to the concept of how easily some people can switch off their feelings.
My personal favourite is the one called ‘Repair Job’ which comments on how the human heart becomes an old piece of machinery that wears over time and needs to be repaired. In this vein, the artist created the piece using both old and new parts, shiny and worn pieces, and performed plenty of repair work on the heart’s aorta with her soldering stick.
Trend Themes
1. Steampunk-inspired Trinkets - The rise of steampunk-inspired trinkets creates an opportunity for artists to play with themes and tell stories that resonate with consumers.
2. Handmade Polymer Clay Sculptures - The rise of handmade polymer clay sculptures presents an opportunity for artisans to create bespoke, personalized items that appeal to consumers' individual tastes.
3. Upcycled Jewelry and Accessories - The upcycled jewellery and accessories trend offers artists an opportunity to experiment with different materials and create eco-friendly, sustainable products that consumers love.
Industry Implications
1. Art - The art industry has a chance to explore new themes and create unique offerings using the trend of steampunk-inspired trinkets.
2. Crafts - Craftspeople can create bespoke, personalized items using handmade polymer clay sculptures to cater to customers' unique tastes.
3. Fashion - The upcycled jewelry and accessories trend could revolutionize the way the fashion industry thinks about sustainable production and environmentally-friendly materials.
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