East Quay enlists an artist as a part of their annual Pod 5 Artist Residency and this year, it taps London-based artist Ikra Arshad. The residency invites a creative to reside in and transform a small living space dubbed Pod 5. It is located in the UK's Watchet in West Somerset.
Arshad is known for her large-scale mural work and art installation -- she is to stay in the space for two weeks and work on the space. She details the home with pastel tones and monochromatic themes that are met with geometric patterns. The result is a lively and bright environment with each color chosen representing a local meaning. Orange honors the local Somerset clay, whilst pink, green, and purple capture the sunsets and flowers.
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Ikra Arshad is Tapped for the Pod 5 Artist Residency by East Quay
Trend Themes
1. Pod Residency Programs - The trend of pod residency programs allows artists to transform unique living spaces into immersive installations.
2. Large-scale Mural Art - The trend of large-scale mural art is disrupting traditional artwork formats and transforming public spaces into immersive environments.
3. Pastel Color Schemes - The trend of using pastel colors in artwork and design is disrupting traditional color schemes and creating unique, lively environments.
Industry Implications
1. Art and Design - The art and design industry can leverage pod residency programs to offer unique art experiences that disrupt traditional exhibitions.
2. Hospitality and Tourism - The hospitality and tourism industry can incorporate large-scale mural art in hotel and resort spaces to create immersive environments that attract customers.
3. Real Estate and Architecture - The real estate and architecture industry can incorporate pastel color schemes in building design to create unique and lively spaces that disrupt traditional building aesthetics.