Horror is just a word; it’ll never have the impact of the thing it tries to describe.
A visual representation of this word would go a lot further, and indeed it does just that in the work of Canadian sculpture David Altmejd.
His work looks like it belongs in a fashion shop for creatures of the night, a place where werewolves go to shop.
The contrast between the highly decorative and the strangely repulsive makes his work extremely original.
"I think about decay not in a negative way, but in the sense of creating a space for things to start growing," he explains.
Disturbing Art Installations
"Colliding Worlds" of David Altmejd
Trend Themes
1. Horror-inspired Art - There is a trend towards creating disturbing and visually impactful art installations inspired by horror themes.
2. Contrasting Aesthetics - Artists are exploring the combination of highly decorative elements with repulsive or unconventional materials to create visually striking works.
3. Decay as Creation - There is a trend towards embracing decay as a creative process, allowing space for new growth and transformation in art installations.
Industry Implications
1. Art and Sculpture - The art and sculpture industry can explore new avenues by incorporating horror-inspired themes and contrasting aesthetics to create disruptive and captivating installations and sculptures.
2. Fashion and Design - The fashion and design industry can tap into the trend of horror-inspired art installations to create unique and boundary-pushing visual displays in their stores.
3. Interior Design and Decor - The interior design and decor industry can incorporate elements of contrasting aesthetics and decay as a creative process to bring a unique and visually striking ambiance to spaces.