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Egg Art Installations

'Rebirth' is the New Egg Art Lamp-Work from Nosigner

— April 1, 2013 — Art & Design
Eggs are commonly used for food consumption; the external layering of it is discarded, but the artist of Nosigner egg art display brings an unprecedented use for the scrapped shells.

The shell-light installation entitled 'Rebirth' is made from real eggs, which were probably used to make a really big omelette. The fragility that usually accompanies the eggs are somewhat non-existant, since the egg shells disperses the weights. The post-yolk product kind of makes you want to make your very own egg lamp from all those bacon and egg breakfasts on your daily commute.

With so many discarded products that come from making a meal, creating a household product with some functional and aesthetic use could be something many stay-at-home parents could look into.
Trend Themes
1. Upcycling Food Waste - Artists are exploring new ways to use discarded materials, such as eggshells, and turn them into functional and aesthetic products.
2. Sustainable Lighting - The use of natural materials in lighting installations, such as eggshells, offers a sustainable alternative to traditional lighting products.
3. Eco-friendly Art - The trend of using eco-friendly materials, like eggshells, in art installations showcases the importance of sustainability in the art world.
Industry Implications
1. Art and Design - Artists and designers can incorporate upcycled materials, like eggshells, into their work to create unique and eco-friendly products.
2. Home Décor - Discarded food products, such as eggshells, can be used to create handmade household items, providing an opportunity for stay-at-home parents to take up sustainable DIY projects.
3. Sustainable Tech - The use of natural and upcycled materials in products, like eggshell lighting installations, showcases the potential for more sustainable and environmentally friendly technology.
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