Sculptures, canvases, exhibits and installations are just a few of the ways that artists are expressing themselves in these May 2016 art ideas. Some of the most intriguing new creations include 3D-printed replicas of classical paintings, hand-painted fridges and morphing digital canvases with art created through complicated algorithms.
Brands are actively participating in the creation and sales of accessible art. For instance, IKEA created an Art Photography collection with works from famed contemporary artists around the world at affordable prices, Nike set up an exhibit at this year's Milano Design Week called 'The Nature of Motion,' and Motorola collaborated with a street artist for the release of a special-edition smartphone. The desire for consumers to capture and document daily lives is causing a newfound appreciation for art and design, and with it, a revival of accessible art.
Top 60 Art Innovations in May
From Accessible Art Collections to Digital Algorithm Paintings:
Laura McQuarrie — May 1, 2016 — Art & Design
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Incognito Grayscale Portraits
Japanese Photographer Zezn Captures Artistic Shots of Herself
59
Monumental Wave Photography
Warren Keelan Captures Incredible Swells Off the Shores of Australia
58
Gradient Black Tattoos
These Dotwork Tattoo Designs by Pawel Indulski Blend Into the Skin
57
Alien Planet-Like Photography
Celestial Series by David Brodeur Appears to Embrace a Candy Land
56
Luminous Wall Decor Art
The Startonight Wall Mural Decals Transition Scenes in Different Lights
55
Breathtaking Landscape Photography
Alexandre Felix Captures Epic Images of the Great Outdoors
54
Suspended Steel Bard Strutures
Steven Follen Celebrates Shakespeare With a 3D Bust Made from Stars
53
Chewing Gum Sculptures
Unwrapped by Sam Kaplan is a Mind-Boggling Intricate Photo Series
52
Artfully Handcrafted Motorcycles
'k101' is a BMW-Inspired Motorcycle Made by Artists and Designers
51
3D-Printed Classical Portraits
These Prints Render Famed Works of Art into Dimensional Figurines
50
Abstract Paper Sculptures
Paper Drawings by Marit Roland is Comprised of Stunning Artworks
49
Digital Algorithm Paintings
Steve Turner's Art Moves Create a Composition Appealing to the Viewer
48
Branded Design Exhibits
The Nature of Motion Exhibit Aims to Connect Nike to the Design Community
47
Hand-Painted Designer Fridges
The Frigoifero D’arte is Refrigerator Covered in Sicilian Artwork
46
Macro Peacock Photography
Waldo Nell's Macro Images Capture the Intricate Details of Bird Feathers
45
Abandoned Manhole Art
Installation Artist Biancoshock Turns Manholes into Cramped Miniature Rooms
44
Sweetly Surreal Photography
Artist Sydney Sie Creates Playfully Abstract Images
43
Vintage Topography Wall Art
This Vintage World Map Mural Can be Hung or Used as Wallpaper
42
Sublime Pink Islands
Christo et Jeanne-Claude Creates a Colorful Installation in Miami
41
Forgotten Space Photography
Court Yard by TJ Tambellini is Full of Beautiful Compositions & Color
40
3D-Printed Classical Art
The Next Rembrandt Paves the Way for Futuristic Forgery
39
Candy-Colored Resin Flooring
Peter Zimmermann Creates a Gorgeous Layered Effect on the Ground
38
Pop Culture Fashion Diagrams
Etsy's BeautifulPeaceShop Celebrates Television and Film Wardrobes
37
Suspended Origami Street Art
Mademoiselle Maurice Outdoor Installations are Made Using Paper
36
Architectural LEGO Creations
These LEGO Versions of Architectural Wonders Are Truly Awe-Inspiring
35
Artisan Ceiling Fans
The Haiku Smart Fans Now Come with Hand-Painted Designs
34
Topographical Slated Seating Solutions
The 'Peak' Lounge Chair and Footstool are Made from Birch
33
Mesh Church Reconstructions
This Artist Used Wire Mesh to Recreate an Early Christian Church
32
Colorful Conceptual Glassware
Jacqueline Terpins Designs a Collection of Artistically Quirky Cups
31
Foggy City Photography
Radu Negru Captures Ethereal and Stereotypical Shots of London
30
VR Painting Apps
Tilt Brush Lets You Create Paintings In Three-Dimensional Space
29
Oversized Coloring Canvases
Perfectly Smitten's Giant Coloring Book Page is Ideal for Classrooms
28
Laid-Back Californian Photography
Americana by Garrod Kirkwood Captures Essence of West Coast Life
27
Rustic Artist Residences
Musician Vedran Ruzic Transforms a Brick-Clad Home into His Atelier
26
Wall-to-Wall Coloring Books
The Giant Coloring Roll Turns the Childhood Pastime into Wallpaper Art
25
Illuminating Wall Artwork
The YOY 'Depth' Blurs the Line Between Artwork and Illumination
24
Abstract Plant Art
Paper/Plant by Martina Lang is a Graphic Hide and Seek Series
23
Faceless Feminine Portraits
Denise Grunstein's Conceptual Photography Features Ambiguous Subjects
22
Cinematic Cafe Photography
Blaise Arnold Captures Lonely Cars and Bistros Before They Disappear
21
Alchemy Art Dioramas
These Paper Sculptures Feature Lifelike Versions of Animals and Plants
20
Graffiti Artist-designed Surfboards
The Stampd x Futura Surfboard is a Functional Work of Art
19
Graphic Wall Panels
Neasden Control Centre Teams Up with Blik for Giant Artistic Decals
18
Southern Art Museum Hotels
The 21c Hotel Louisville is a Hybrid Art Gallery and Boutique Hotel
17
Frozen Landscape Photography
Daniel Beltrá's Imagery Explores Global Warming and Climate Change
16
Smart Spray Paint Systems
This Spray Paint System Makes Use Of Webcam-Aided Instructions
15
Global Food Artwork
United Nation's Shares an International Group Installation on Food
14
Accessible Art Collections
The IKEA Art Photography Line Brings Fine Art into Everyday Homes
13
Crescent Viking Museums
The AART Architects Conceptual Building Design Opts for a Curved Aesthetic
12
Cheeky Comic Illustrations
Andrea Chronopoulos Creates Retro-Like Editorial Artwork for Magazines
11
Virtual Reality Museums
The Tennessee State Museum Will Appeal to a New Generation with VR Tech
10
Canned Meat-Themed Museums
The Spam Museum Celebrates the History of Canned Meat
9
Misplaced Monument Photography
Anton Repponen Takes New York Structures Out of Natural Habitat
8
Graffiti Artist-Designed Smartphones
This Special Edition Smartphone is Designed by Futura
7
Demolished City Tables
Ezri Tarazi's Latest Design Project Pays Tribute to War-Torn City Aleppo
6
Pizza-Themed Museums
The 'US Pizza Museum' Will Celebrate the Cheesy Italian Dish
5
Chic Craft Channels
The Crafty Chica Online Channel Targets Hispanics
4
Birdcage Lamp Speakers
The 'JinGoo' Lamp Speaker Adds a Decorative Touch to Living Spaces
3
Artwork-Identifying Apps
The 'Magnus' App Provides Art Information with Just a Picture
2
Interactive Museum Apps
The New Broad Museum App Uses Location Technology to Enhance Engagement
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Precisely Painted Murals
Purdy Creates a Brick Wall Mural by Adding Color Only to the Mortar
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Immersive Glass Art Exhibits
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Immersive Material Design Exhibits
Garde Hvalsøe Presents Deltag Showcase for 3daysofdesign 2025
Collectible Historical Figurines
PIX! is Dropping Designs Inspired by Icons in Art, Music & More
AI-Powered Painting Machines
LOKLiK iPaint Creates Personalized Paint-By-Number Digital Line Art
Contemporary Fashion Retrospectives
The Balenciaga by Demna Exhibition Captures Attention
AI-Powered Color E-Ink Art Frames
The SwitchBot AI Art Frame Mimics Real Art's Texture & Depth
Art-Display Smart TVs
Amazon Turns Televisions into Gallery-Style Digital Canvases
Anniversary-Honoring Furniture Series
IKEA Presents its STOCKHOLM Collection for 2025
Art-Integrated Tech Accessories
The CASETiFY x Tate Collection Reimagines Iconic Artwork
Reimagined Artwork-Based Travel Campaigns
Plaza Premium Group Debuts 'The Art of Travel'
Concept-Driven Retail Experiences
Artist Miya Ando X Saint Laurent Create an Immersive Exhibition
Digital Art Displays
The Layer Canvas Transforms How Digital Art is Shown at Home
Modern Furniture Designs
IKEA Revealed a New Collection at Milan Design Week 2025
Extravagant Jewelry Collections
Piaget Presents Shapes of Extraleganza High Jewelry Collection
Immersive Design Exhibitions
Paulin Paulin Paulin Mise-En-Scène Transforms Hauser & Wirth Monaco
Analog Creativity-Inspired Installations
Moleskine Presents 'Unleash Your Genius' at BASE Milano
Vibrant Interactive Digital Artworks
Yinka Ilori Partnered with Google Arts & Culture Lab
Faux Food Pop-Ups
MoMA Design Store Unveils an Immersive 'MoMA Mart' Pop-Up for NYC
Art-Driven Fashion Capsules
Marc Jacobs Launches Joy Artist Capsule for Fall 2025
App-Powered Assistive Museum Experiences
The Art Museum of South Texas Partners with ReBokeh
Art-Inspired Collectibles
The Mattel x MoMA Series Transforms Iconic Artworks into Toys and Games
Desert Sanctuary Exhibits
OASIS at Alcova Presented a Desert-Inspired Installation by Casa AnKan
Playful Learning Collections
IKEA Open House Miami Has Child-Focused Designs for Miami Art Week
Museum-Collaborative Streetwear Series
BAPE Joins the Van Gogh Museum on a Joint Capsule
Luxury Artistic Product Exhibitions
Miu Miu x Helen Marten Bring Immersive Art to Art Basel Paris
Museum-Collaborative Instant Cameras
Polaroid Presents the Now Generation 3 MoMA Camera Edition
Automotive Design Philosophy Exhibits
Kia Showcases Two Exhibits at Milan Design Week 2025
Sneaker Fused Ceramic Exhibitions
Roberto Lugo Presents the Drip Exhibition in New York
Design Food Exhibitions
IKEA's Food for Thought Exhibition in Milan Explores Cooking Rituals
Boundary-Pushing AR Outdoor Exhibitions
Coventry Debuts the 'This is Me, This is Us' Exhibition
Ultra-Chic Sculptural Lighting Designs
A-N-D Boasted a Stunning Display of Lamps at 3daysofdesign
Sensory Landmark Installations
ASUS Announces Design You Can Feel for Milan Design Week
AI-Powered Scentscapes
Osmo Created Custom Fragrances for ARTE Museum New York’s Eternal Nature
Japanese Craft Exhibitions
Hyakkō Exhibition Presents Works by More Than 100 Japanese Makers
Data-Driven Digital Experiences
Samsung Unveiled a Color-Changing Installation in London
Floating Art Museums
Tadao Ando’s Dubai Museum of Art Embraces Light, Water and Heritage
Comprehensive Digital Accessibility Initiatives
IKEA Addresses the Needs of People with Disability
Voice-Activated Wall Art
Fraimic Generates AI Images with Voice-to-Vision Tech
Next Generation Art Designs
Apple Designers of Tomorrow Presents New Talent at Design Miami Paris
Auditory Artwork Albums
Dolby's Sound of a Masterpiece Shares an Inclusive Experience of Fine Art
Fine Art-Inspired Sneaker Designs
Vans and Gallery Dept. Partner Through the OTW by Vans Line
Art Exhibition Installations
Louis Vuitton Has Opened a Jean-Michel Othoniel Exhibition in Beijing
Art-Inspired Toy Collections
Hape x The Met Makes Masterpieces Accessible & Play-Inspiring
Experiential Play Pop-Ups
IKEA Open House Miami Shares a New Global Collection
University Art Landmarks
Princeton University Art Museum by Adjaye Associates Redefines Art
AI Art Platforms
MidJourney for Web Expands AI Art Creation With a New Accessible Platform
Supermarket-Inspired Nail Art Designs
Aldi Dropped a Festival-Inspired Nail Art Collection
Museum-Inspired Spring Fashion Capsules
Pacsun is Partnering with the Metropolitan Museum of Art
AI Art Monetization
Art.Tech Lets You Create AI Art and Start Earning Royalties Fast
Art-Transformed Home Products
Jeff Koons' Balloon Dog Sculptures are Now a Light and Speaker
Lifestyle Art Televisions
LG Gallery TV is a Canvas-Style Television Unveiled for CES 2026
Art-Tech Zine Collaborations
twentynine zine Turns AI Nostalgia to Art Using Yoga 9i Aura Edition
Mayo-Inspired Art Gallery Pop-Ups
Hellmann's Mayonnaise Collaborates with Kareem Rahma
Immersive Design Studio Showcases
Fritz Hansen Presented 'Shaping Lasting Design' in Copenhagen
Sensory-Focused Furniture Design Exhibits
File Under Pop Presents the TIME SIGNATURE Installation
Architectural Lighting Solutions
Flos Emphasized Lighting Innovation and Artistic Expression
Auto-Branded Multimedia Experiences
Audi Haus Performance Art is Free, Forward-Thinking & Exciting
Reimagined Artwork Puzzle Sets
LEGO Unveils the Keith Haring Dancing Figures Mural Art Set
Dynamic Art Displays
Mirage Transforms Personal Photos Into AI-Generated Artistic Scenes
Painting-Inspired Auto-Promoting Initiatives
XPENG UK Hosted the Visionary Art Challenge
Wearable Art Streetwear
A Day’s March Transforms Jan Håfström’s Artwork into Wearable Streetwear
Art-Inspired Streetwear Exhibits
Silent Echoes Show Sees Leyla Fischer’s Exploration of Emotion
Opposites-Inspired Branded Exhibitions
Kia Debuts Resonance of Opposites During Milan Design Week
Immersive Auto-Focused Artistic Experiences
Lexus Explores the Relation Between Humans & Mobility
Architecturally Inspired Exhibition Displays
Cecilia Szalkowicz Collaborates with Studio MATER
Painterly Dining Experiences
7 Paintings - The Art of Dining Blends Art, Culture and Cuisine
Artistic Auto Brand Activations
XPENG Highlights Its G6 SUV Model at London Art Fair
Sneaker-Inspired Art Exhibitions
Roberto Lugo's 'Drip' Explores the Impact of the AF1 on Culture
Minimalist Meaningful Living Exhibitions
The Ariake X Parachilna Exhibition is Thoughtful
Sculptural Design Exhibitions
The Pure Exhibition Reimagines Workshop Artistry with Plasterglass
Protest Art Exhibitions
CART Department’s Ai Weiwei LEGO Story Revisits Censorship and Activism
Sculpted Ceramic Lighting
MIOS 3D-Printed Ceramic Lamps Merge Digital Craft & Material Tradition
Artful AR Experiences
The Incredible Unknowns of the Louvre is a Free, Interactive AR Experience
Sun-Inspired Art Installations
Veuve Clicquot x Yinka Ilori Chasing the Sun Debuts in Milan
Art Display Digital Televisions
LG Gallery+ Turns Tv into Personalized Art Display
Affordable Artist-Focused Art Retailers
Gavalina Presents an Innovative Approach to Art Retail
Museum-Inspired Art Toys
Met x Kidrobot Dunny Alters Monet’s Bouquet of Sunflowers into a Figure
Miniaturized Product Art Photographs
Taysuya Tanaka Highlights MUJI Products with Small Muji
Major High Fashion Exhibitions
From the Heart to the Hands: Dolce&gabbana Will Grace Miami
Whimsy Art Exhibitions
House of Creatures at Milan Design Week Presents Symbolic Objects
Illuminated Curtained Light Installations
Lachlan Turczan Adds to Making the Invisible Visible
Inclusive Museum Designs
The National Science and Media Museum Boasts Sound and Vision Galleries
Sensorially Immersive Art Experiences
teamLab Presents the Phenomena Abu Dhabi Universe
Human Connection-Themed Art Installations
Prada Presents the Satellite Exhibition in Tokyo
Co-Presented Time Exhibitions
Rhinoceros Gallery & Bigaignon Launch 'Act 2/3: Col Tempo'
AI-Driven Ceramic Art
Vera Van Der Burg’s Text-To-Clay Project Uses Ai to Generate Ceramic Forms
Culturally Immersive Dining Experiences
D'Art Design is Transforming India's Dining Sector
Artful Sculptural Objects
Massproductions x ARKET Launch Sculptural Objects for Everyday Use
AI Art Galleries
Infini.Gallery Turns Images Into AI Art In A Shared Infinite Gallery
Organic Ceramic Sculptures
Janny Baek's Life Forms Exhibition Presents Evolving Clay Structures
Vibrant Artistic Exhibitions
Takashi Murakami Japonisme Show Opens at Kaikai Kiki Gallery Tokyo
New York Design Galleries
ATRA New York Gallery Presents a Multisensorial Design Space
Vibrant Creativity Campaigns
Crayola Debuts its 'Creative Acts of Color' Initiative
Modern Art Newsletters
Modern Art News Delivers AI-Curated Summaries Of Global Art Trends
Immersive Music Festival Stores
BELLA+CANVAS Debuted Museum of Merchandise at Coachella
Art-Focused Retail Capsules
Mattel and MoMA Partner to Craft a New Collaborative Collection
Art-Inspired Gallery TVs
LG Electronics is Debuting the LG Gallery TV at CES 2026
Textile Pattern Showcasings
The IKEA Museum: Magical Patterns Installation opens in Scotland
AI-Powered Art Auction-Focused Chatbots
Artnet Transforms How Auction Data is Processed
Immersive Fashion Exhibitions
66°north Centennial Exhibition Reveals Its Legacy of Craftsmanship
Responsive Light Museums
teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi Turns Environment into Evolving Digital Art
Mexican Identity Exhibition
Tecnológico De Monterrey Show Presents Work Rooted in Tradition
AI Art Exploration
ARTLAS Redefines How Users Discover, Learn, and Experience Art
Prideful Modernist Tech Collections
The Apple 2025 Pride Collection Marks Pride Month in Style
Reflective Sculpture Exhibitions
Anish Kapoor Presents Mirror Works Installation Across NYC
Sculptural Gallery Art Exhibitions
Kennedy Yanko Presents Two New Galleries in NYC
Accessible Technology Showcases
Sony Electronics Spotlights Accessibility-Focused Innovations
Craftsmanship-Focused Design Exhibits
August Sandgren & Origin Made Presented the Maker's Gallery
Floating Nordic Design Exhibitions
The Finnish Design Export & Midsummer Solstice Event is Unique
Photo Art Tools
Image Painter Transforms Photos Into Creative Digital Artworks
African Identity-Inspired Exhibitions
Gagosian Hosts the Awulai Ashia & Nkyinkyim Exhibition
Sculptural Living Systems
Fratelli Boffi's Cromatica Collection Explores Furniture as Fluid Design
Fluid Function Art Exhibits
Optical Flow Exhibition Boasts Kinetic Art in Everyday Objects
Pearl-Inspired Museums
Dubai Museum of Art by Tadao Ando Evokes Water, Light and Heritage
Identity-Exploring Artful Designs
MAIII Collective Presents Fragments in Stockholm
Celebratory Anniversary Exhibitions
K-Way Celebrates 60 Years with an Immersive Display in Milan
Spring-Welcoming Art Installations
DRIFT's Latest Presentation is the Meadow Exhibition
Sculptural Experimental Artforms
Ara Thorose Explores Design Boundaries with the Ladder Series
Art Exploration Platforms
Arts – Every Time Art Lets You Explore Unique Artworks and Artifacts
Immersive Art Travel Programs
Marriott launches artist residency stays
Expansive Month-Long Fashion Celebrations
Fashion Art Toronto Marks Its 20th Anniversary
Digital Craft Platforms
The Apple and Design Miami Collaboration Explores Creative Innovation
Colorful Texture Exhibitions
Victoria Wilmotte Unveils Her Bright Colorscape Installation
Monochrome Sculpture Shows
The Ralph Pucci PURE Exhibition Presents Sculptural Furniture in White
Community-Centric Sculptural Installations
Naoto Fukasawa & Jakuets Design the Playful Sculptures
Curated Pop Art Auctions
Pharrell’s JOOPITER Revisits Andy Warhol’s Print with a Curated Auction
Health Object Art Exhibitions
Out of Orifice Explores Interfaces Between Body, Design, & Intimacy
Public Art Displays
Paul Anthony Smith’s Photographs Appear at 300 City Bus Stops This Summer
Artful Activism Shows
The Snowflake Exhibition by Donald Moffett Explores Abstraction & Activism
AI Creative Suites
ImagineArt Unifies Image, Video, And Workflow Tools For Creators
Accessible Biennale Activations
La Biennale Di Venezia Has Introduced the Accessible Biennale
Textile Art Installations
The Olga De Amaral Retrospective Blends Fiber Art, Identity, and Scale
Vibrant City Installations
Craig & Karl Take Over Brisbane Festival with City Pop Art Spectacles
Immersive Light Exhibits
Spencer Finch Exhibition Maps Time and Place Through Color and Light
Glass Sculptural Exhibitions
Inchiostri by Ronan Bouroullec and Giorgio Mastinu Explores Glass
Popular Art Fairs
the OFFSCREEN Art Fair Saw Record Attendance This Year
Career Retrospective Exhibitions
Tracey Emin: a Second Life at Tate Modern Shows 40 Years of Work
Student Art Exhibitions
Lebanese Students Design in Conflict Shows Student Work Shaped by Crisis
Commercial-Transformed Artful Galleries
New Affiliates Designs the Canyon Museum Space