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Hammered Chinese Paintings

Chen Chun-Hao's The Way of Nailing Reinterprets a Traditional Artform

— May 2, 2012 — Unique
It is almost hard to believe that the The Way of Nailing art series has been created with a nail gun and not a paintbrush. Inspired by traditional Chinese ink paintings, it revolves around stunning landscape scenes that mimic the careful brushstrokes used to create depth, shadow and even emotion in each piece.

Nail gunned by artist Chen Chun-Hao, who is known for his use of thumbtacks, The Way of Nailing art series is transformative. Unlike static paintings, these canvases change as the viewer takes them in from different angles due to the positioning of the nails and the light surrounding them. Chun Hao writes, "When many painters imitate the works of predecessors, there is not only a dialogue with ancestors, but also a slight sense of competition."
Trend Themes
1. Nail Gun Art - The use of nail guns as a tool for creating art presents disruptive innovation opportunities in the world of traditional painting techniques.
2. Dynamic Canvases - Artwork that changes and interacts with viewers based on angles and lighting opens up new possibilities for engaging and immersive artistic experiences.
3. Reinterpreting Traditional Artforms - Chen Chun-Hao's approach to Chinese ink paintings using unconventional materials offers disruptive innovation opportunities for reimagining and revitalizing traditional artforms.
Industry Implications
1. Art - The art industry can explore nail gun art as a new form of expression and engagement.
2. Painting Supplies - Suppliers of painting materials can tap into the growing demand for unconventional tools like nail guns in the artistic community.
3. Museum and Exhibition Design - Designers and curators in museum and exhibition industries can incorporate dynamic canvases and interactive artworks to enhance visitor experiences.
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