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Live Human Paintings

JR and Liu Bolin Produce NYC Street Art that is Man-Ensconced

— April 7, 2012 — Art & Design
Contemporary artists Liu Bolin and JR have put on their latest human-ensconsed New York City street art project. Filmed on the Elizabeth thoroughfare, Bolin began the project by painting his collaborator JR into their piece, literally. Although perhaps an odd enterprise, Bolin and JR have mastered the ability to make humans virtually disappear through art, becoming one with the canvas, or in this case, an abandoned garage.

The NYC exhibit was a highly interactive venture. While the duo did begin the piece by laying the necessary groundwork, NYC locals who passed by the set were invited to pick up a paintbrush. The result was an impressive mosaic of talent, featuring the input of various passersby who were inspired by the initiative.

The most remarkable aspect of the mural is JR himself, who eventually blended into the scene by way of black and white paint. This feature of the Bolin and JR showcase demonstrates the natural merger between art and man.
Trend Themes
1. Interactive Street Art - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate audience participation into street art projects, encouraging community engagement and creativity.
2. Human Camouflage Art - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the concept of merging humans with art to create visually captivating installations that blur the lines between reality and artistic expression.
3. Collaborative Art Initiatives - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Foster collaborations between artists and local communities, allowing for diverse perspectives and collective creativity in public art projects.
Industry Implications
1. Art Galleries - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create immersive and interactive exhibits that showcase innovative street art techniques, attracting a new audience to traditional art spaces.
2. Tourism - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop guided tours and cultural experiences centered around interactive street art installations, enhancing the tourist experience and promoting local artists.
3. Community Development - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate public art projects into urban revitalization initiatives, transforming neglected spaces into vibrant artistic hubs that foster community pride and engagement.
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