New York-based artist Marela Zacarias creates beautiful, sculptural art murals that look like soft swathes of material but are in fact solid creations.
New York City is known for its incredible, site-specific art murals. Installations, graffiti work and huge artworks painted directly onto walls and public objects add to the aesthetic and spirit of a neighborhood, or beautify urban spaces that can often be gray and grim. Marela Zacarias' bold, geometric works belong to this tradition of art.
The Mexican-born artist's murals resemble silk scarves blowing in the wind, but are actually solid, sculptural pieces. One of the most common base materials in the art murals is window screens. Zacarias' art is currently on exhibit at the Brooklyn Museum.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Sculptural Art Murals
- There is a trend of creating art murals that are not just visually appealing but also have a sculptural quality, blurring the line between 2D and 3D art forms.
- Optical Illusion Art
- Artists are exploring the use of optical illusions in their murals, creating pieces that deceive the viewer's perception and challenge the traditional understanding of art.
- Site-specific Installations
- Artists are increasingly creating art installations that are designed specifically for a particular location, enhancing the aesthetic and character of the surrounding environment.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Art and Design
- The art and design industry can embrace the trend of sculptural art murals and incorporate them into public spaces, creating unique and engaging experiences for viewers.
- Architecture
- Architects can collaborate with artists to incorporate optical illusion art into building designs, adding a visually captivating element to the facade of structures.
- Tourism and Hospitality
- The tourism and hospitality industry can leverage site-specific installations to attract visitors, offering them a memorable and immersive artistic experience at their establishments.
