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Chromatic Wheel Makeovers

Ollie Lucas Breathes New & Colorful Life into Old Wagon Parts

— August 1, 2012 — Art & Design
Wheels are often taken for granted, but I imagine these Ollie Lucas creations never run into that problem. The Melbourne-based artist paints prismatic designs straight out of the '80s onto wheels you'd expect to see on olden day wagons and carriages. Who knew recycling could be a cure for the common canvas?

Ollie Lucas uses a lot of straight stripes and rigid geometric shapes in composing his chromatic designs, which contrasts well with the circular wheel to produce a dazzling effect. There are also ornate intertwined flourishes found in some of Lucas' pieces, which are evocative of chic clothing prints.

It's unclear where Lucas got the idea for using wheels as canvases, but I'd like to think gallery workers have a hard time preventing these masterpieces from rolling away.
Trend Themes
1. Prismatic Designs - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the use of prismatic designs on various products and surfaces, bringing a vibrant and eye-catching visual element.
2. '80s Inspired Art - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate '80s-inspired aesthetic in art and design to appeal to nostalgic consumers and create unique, retro experiences.
3. Recycled Canvases - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Utilize unconventional materials like recycled objects as canvases to create eco-friendly and visually striking artworks.
Industry Implications
1. Art and Design - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Combine traditional artistic techniques with modern technology to create innovative and immersive art installations.
2. Fashion and Apparel - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Collaborate with artists to translate their unique designs onto clothing and accessories, creating one-of-a-kind fashion pieces.
3. Sustainable Design - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate sustainable practices into product design and development, using recycled or repurposed materials to reduce environmental impact.
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