If it weren't for the work of Ben Young being completely out of context, people might mistake his sculptures for actual water. In fact, they could be encased in an aquarium of sorts and even more people would be fooled. In reality, Ben Young's sculptures are made out of glass. Expertly carved and shaped to take on a watery aesthetic, they are impressive realistic.
Raised in Waihi Beach, New Zealand, and based in Sydney, Australia, it is not surprising that Ben Young is hugely influenced by water. The self-taught artist is a keen surfer and boatbuilder by trade, which makes his chosen art form even more natural. As written on his website, "Though overwhelming in their apparent simplicity, what the common eye won’t realise is that each of Young’s sculptures are hand drawn, hand cut and handcrafted, layer on layer to create the end product."
What Makes This Trend Stand Out
- Glass Water Effect Sculptures
- The art of transforming glass into wave-like sculptures creates an opportunity to disrupt traditional glass art.
- Hyper-realistic Sculptures
- The trend towards hyper-realistic sculptures creates an opportunity for artists to create illusions that challenge viewers' perception.
- Handcrafted Art
- The demand for handcrafted art and artisanal goods creates an opportunity for talented artists like Ben Young to showcase their skills.
Sectors Adopting This
- Fine Art
- Ben Young's watery glass sculptures demonstrate an opportunity for artists to broaden their mediums and produce unique and innovative pieces.
- Gallery
- Ben Young's work shows an opportunity for galleries to showcase new mediums and innovative techniques by artists.
- Home Décor
- The realistic and hypnotic effects of Ben Young's glass sculptures open an opportunity for home décor designers to create ocean-themed designs with distinct character and appeal.
