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Ballerina Street Art

French Artist JR Uses Shipping Containers as His Canvas

— October 7, 2014 — Art & Design
The ballerina street art is not something people would typically find on the faces of industrial shipping containers. Yet this beautiful image softens the overall look of such storage facilities while bringing an added bit of whimsy to the shipping yard facility in general.

Titled Bird Ballerina, the shipping container art piece was created nu renowned street artist JR. Located at the Port of Le Havre in France, the ballerina street art was put up with the help of a team of people as well as some wheatpaste. Envisioned entirely in black and white, the ballerina street art rests in stark contrast to the bright green and red containers. The reference to birds is meant to suggest that the ballerina herself is trapped in a cage as well.
Trend Themes
1. Whimsical Container Art - The use of shipping containers as canvas for whimsical art pieces provides an opportunity for artists to transform industrial spaces into colorful, creative installations.
2. Contrasting Contrasts - The juxtaposition of the black and white ballerina artwork against the vibrant green and red containers creates a striking visual impact, offering opportunities for artists to explore the power of contrast in their work.
3. Symbolism in Street Art - The incorporation of symbolic elements, such as the bird imagery representing captivity, opens up possibilities for street artists to convey deeper messages through their art.
Industry Implications
1. Street Art - The ballerina street art movement presents a disruptive innovation opportunity for the street art industry, encouraging artists to explore unconventional surfaces and bring art to unexpected locations.
2. Shipping and Logistics - The use of shipping containers as canvases for art not only adds an aesthetic dimension to the industry, but also creates opportunities for shipping and logistics companies to collaborate with artists for branding and creative partnerships.
3. Public Art - The incorporation of large-scale art installations in public spaces, such as shipping yards, offers a disruptive innovation opportunity for the public art sector to engage with audiences and transform ordinary environments into visually captivating experiences.
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