The Wood Art Installation is Filled With Thought-Provoking Trees
Meghan Young — November 24, 2011 — Art & Design
References: sharonlevy & mymodernmet
Although the The Wood art installation may looks like it centers around a forest, that forest is anything but real. Yet, it works to instigate conversation about such a natural part of the world. It forces its audience to explore trees in different ways while also examining themselves in the process.
Created by Sharon Levy, The Wood art installation is comprised of a massive 9 foot-tall cross-section of a tree, which is actually a meticulously painted canvas with carved and painted foam rubber serving as the tree bark, as well as a few young pines, which have been made from plywood and wood stain.
According to Levy, The Wood art installation "explores psychologically charged spaces and objects that trigger feelings of wonder, awkwardness, fear, and isolation" via creations "that combine the flatness and pictorial qualities of drawing and painting with the physical presence of sculpture."
Created by Sharon Levy, The Wood art installation is comprised of a massive 9 foot-tall cross-section of a tree, which is actually a meticulously painted canvas with carved and painted foam rubber serving as the tree bark, as well as a few young pines, which have been made from plywood and wood stain.
According to Levy, The Wood art installation "explores psychologically charged spaces and objects that trigger feelings of wonder, awkwardness, fear, and isolation" via creations "that combine the flatness and pictorial qualities of drawing and painting with the physical presence of sculpture."
Trend Themes
1. Immersive Art Installations - The trend of immersive art installations is providing a disruptive innovation opportunity for artists to create thought-provoking experiences that engage audiences on a deeper level.
2. Sustainable Art - The trend of sustainable art is paving the way for artists to use eco-friendly materials and techniques, opening up new possibilities for creating impactful installations like The Wood.
3. Psychological Exploration - The trend of psychological exploration in art is allowing artists like Sharon Levy to create installations that delve into the human psyche and provoke reflection.
Industry Implications
1. Art and Sculpture - The art and sculpture industry can take advantage of immersive and sustainable art trends to create captivating installations like The Wood.
2. Interior Design - The interior design industry can incorporate immersive art installations as unique focal points in commercial and residential spaces, providing an innovative and captivating experience for customers.
3. Event and Exhibition Planning - The event and exhibition planning industry can benefit from the trend of immersive art installations by incorporating them into events and exhibitions to engage and captivate attendees.
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