Sarah Illenberger's 'Strange Fruits' Differentiates Material From Functionality
Simal Yilmaz — January 18, 2013 — Art & Design
References: designboom
Sarah Illenberger's 'Strange Fruits' project strangely re-images fruits and vegetables in association with inedible objects.
The pieces range from a fruit salad rubik's cube to a carrot lipstick. Intrigued by the resemblance of fruits and vegetables in relation to human organs, Illenberger includes a cauliflower brain in her collection as well, coinciding with her earlier work of Heilpflanzen. It is interesting how effortless the vegetable reminds one of the brain anatomy.
Sarah Illenberger's creative art work is humorous as well as it is mildly unsettling. The apple made out of hair is one of the unsettling pieces for the fact that one immediately tries to associate the shape with the functionality. Combined use of sculpture and photography along with the intended differentiates between material and its use create dazzling visuals.
Photo Credits: designboom
The pieces range from a fruit salad rubik's cube to a carrot lipstick. Intrigued by the resemblance of fruits and vegetables in relation to human organs, Illenberger includes a cauliflower brain in her collection as well, coinciding with her earlier work of Heilpflanzen. It is interesting how effortless the vegetable reminds one of the brain anatomy.
Sarah Illenberger's creative art work is humorous as well as it is mildly unsettling. The apple made out of hair is one of the unsettling pieces for the fact that one immediately tries to associate the shape with the functionality. Combined use of sculpture and photography along with the intended differentiates between material and its use create dazzling visuals.
Photo Credits: designboom
Trend Themes
1. Inedible Fruit Art - Exploring the creative combination of fruits and vegetables with inedible objects as an art form.
2. Vegetable Anatomy - Highlighting the resemblance between fruits and vegetables and human organs, creating unique artistic expressions.
3. Material Vs Functionality - Examining the juxtaposition of the visual appearance of objects and their intended functionality in artistic creations.
Industry Implications
1. Art and Design - Disruptive innovation opportunities exist in creating unconventional and thought-provoking art pieces that challenge traditional perception.
2. Photography - Opportunities arise in capturing visually striking images that combine sculpture and photography to showcase the creative use of materials.
3. Visual Merchandising - Innovative approaches to visual merchandising can be explored by incorporating fruit and vegetable-themed displays that capture attention and evoke emotions.
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