# Storm-Activated Graffiti Adam Niklewicz Creates Captivating Rain-Stimulated Artwork By Erin Fox | Published 2012-11-03 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adam-niklewicz References: [ignant.de](http://www.ignant.de/2012/11/01/rain-activated-art) & [adamniklewicz](http://www.adamniklewicz.com/) As the rain falls down the side of the a bland red brick wall in Hartford, Connecticut, the imagery of ‘The Charter Oak’ glistens on the wall as artist Adam Niklewicz admires the work he displayed. The 30 x 45 foot artwork of a stunning oak tree is virtually invisible until water is sprayed on the red brick. The [water-activated mural](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dehydrating-book) portrays The Charter Oak by Charles DeWolf Brownell, a symbolic American reference to independence and freedom. The walls of the building are meant to have a historical meaning, while the infamous [oak tree graffiti](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/enigmatic-graffiti) contributes to the counterbalance of nature in an urbanized area. With the horrible weather Hurricane Sandy is bringing, work like this will make the most of turbulent weather. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.2/10 - Popularity: 86% | Activity: 91% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Interactive Street Art:** Opportunity for artists to create rain-activated murals and engage viewers in a unique and interactive experience. - **Weather-responsive Design:** Potential for incorporating weather-activated visuals into architectural and urban design to create visually dynamic spaces. - **Nature-inspired Public Art:** Emerging trend of using natural elements like rain to bring art to life and create a connection between urban environments and the natural world. ### Where This Applies - **Art and Design:** Artists and designers can explore new techniques and mediums to create interactive and weather-responsive artworks. - **Architecture and Urban Planning:** Opportunity to integrate rain-activated visuals into architectural projects to enhance the visual experience and make urban spaces more engaging. - **Tourism and Public Spaces:** Cities and destinations can leverage rain-activated art installations to attract visitors and enhance the overall atmosphere of public spaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Digital City-Inspired Art Works](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grand-central-station.md) - [Digital Graffiti NFTs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/graffiti-wall-collection.md) - [Statement Street Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/surreal-street-art-1.md) - [Pollution-Removing Murals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/this-campaign-sucks.md) - [Branded Cooling Murals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/white-claw-mural.md) - [Post-Pandemic Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lakwena-maciver.md) - [Public Art Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paul-anthony-smith.md) - [Lightning-Inspired Artful Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bright-light-shining.md) - [Branded Rain-Themed Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rain-experience.md)