Installation

May 11, 2016

Artist “Paints” with Gunpowder and Finishes His Work by Setting It on Fire

Artist Danny Shervin spends an incredible amount of time perfecting his nature-inspired imagery only to set it on fire once he’s done. For a conventional work of art, this would probably be the end, but it’s the contrary for Shervin—the flames bring his pieces to life. Working under the name Paint With Gunpowder, Shervin meticulously assembles ammunition on wood and canvas.

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August 25, 2015

Interactive Installation Transports Viewers to Dazzling Universe of Infinite Lights

Japanese tech art studio teamLab invites viewers to step into a galaxy of twinkling lights in Crystal Universe, their latest fully immersive installation. The Tokyo-based collective positioned 60,000 suspended LEDs in three-dimensional space, using their original 4D Vision technology to create the dazzling appearance of an infinite number of light particles cascading endlessly in all directions. Like their previous works, Crystal Universe is interactive and responds to the movements of the visitor.

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July 10, 2015

Marigolds Pour Out of a Giant Orange Paint Tube in Visually Playful Installation

Gardeners know how much of a difference a brightly-colored flowerbed can make on a freshly-cut lawn, but a little creativity can take it to a whole other level. Rather than simply lining up a series of colorful plants, this beautiful display arranged in Boulogne-sur-Mer, France playfully sprawls vibrant marigolds into a swerving line, simulating the notion of flowers whimsically leaking out of a giant orange paint tube.

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My Modern Met

Celebrating creativity and promoting a positive culture by spotlighting the best sides of humanity—from the lighthearted and fun to the thought-provoking and enlightening.