Threat: Objects for Defense and Protection is an art exhibit that is comprised of baseball bats that have been artistically weaponized. Since this sports equipment is often depicted as a person's weapon of choice when there is a potential home invasion, it is only natural that it would be at the center of this particular art show.
Curated by American Design Club (A, the Threat: Objects for Defense and Protection art exhibit is comprised of 10 different pieces designed by 10 artists including Jonah Takagi, Fort Standard, Paul Loebach, David Weeks, Matthew Bradshaw, Joe Doucet and Harry Allen. Currently on display at Brooklyn's Present Company, the stunning and nightmarish pieces were crafted using a raw wood XBat baseball bat as a template.
Weaponized Baseball Bats
Threat: Objects for Defense and Protection is Artistically Safe
Trend Themes
1. Artistic Weaponization - There is an opportunity for artists and designers to take everyday objects and weaponize them in a unique and creative way.
2. Home Defense Innovation - With the prevalence of home invasions, there is an opportunity for companies to create innovative and effective products for home defense.
3. Sports Equipment as Art - There is an opportunity to blur the lines between sports equipment and art by using sporting goods as an unexpected medium for artistic expression.
Industry Implications
1. Art and Design - The art world can explore the concept of weaponization as a method of social and political commentary that disrupts our preconceived notions.
2. Home Security - The home security industry can innovate new products that are not only effective, but also visually appealing and artistically inspired.
3. Sports Equipment - Sports equipment manufacturers can explore the idea of their products as art, expanding their consumer base and creating unique collaborations with artists and designers.