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Layered Angel Art

'Emergence' by Julius Friedman at the 21c Museum in Louisville

— March 3, 2010 — Art & Design
Julius Friedman is an artist from the city of Louisville, Kentucky. His hometown status alone makes him incredible (see my bio), but the art created by Mr. Friedman takes him to different level entirely.

His gallery, 'Emergence,' is on display at the 21c Museum in Louisville, and Friedman hopes that, when looking at his art, the viewer will "bring their own experiences and associations and create their own story. It is not what one looks at, it is what one sees."

A great way to view viewing, my fellow Louisvillian.

In 'Emergence,' Julius Friedman layers the human figure and incorporates abstract designs, natural scenes and hieroglyphics to give the images a haunted sense of mystery. Of course, that is just one view.

'Emergence' can be viewed through July, 2010. So get to Louisville! Maybe I'll see you there.
Trend Themes
1. Layered Angel Art - Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Exploring new artistic techniques by incorporating layered elements and abstract designs in artwork.
2. Viewer Interpretation - Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Encouraging viewers to bring their own experiences and associations to create their own story with artwork.
3. Haunting Imagery - Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Creating artwork that incorporates hauntings and mysteries through a combination of human figures, natural scenes, and hieroglyphics.
Industry Implications
1. Fine Arts - Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Rethinking traditional techniques in fine arts by incorporating layered elements and abstract designs in artwork.
2. Museums and Galleries - Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Fostering viewer engagement and interpretation by curating exhibitions that encourage personal associations and storytelling.
3. Art Education - Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Introducing new artistic techniques and approaches to art education that explore layered elements, abstract designs, and storytelling.
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