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# Anamorphic Object Sculptures
Artist Bernhard Pras Created an Incredible Face Made from Objects

By Sarah St.Jules | Published 2013-08-10 | Art & Design
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bernhard-pras
References: [enpundit](http://enpundit.com/anamorphic-portrait-fills-up-a-room-with-carefully-placed-objects/) & [bernardpras.fr](http://bernardpras.fr/)

Creating [large-scale artwork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folded-echoes) may seem like a daunting task, but artist Bernhard Pras creates [incredible sculptures out of random objects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/objects-from-frames).

After mass amounts of planning, Pras begins to create his artwork. This particular piece is of a man's face. What is truly interesting about his work is depending on your vantage point, this may look like the amazing piece it is, or it may look like a pile of random objects. Pras places his objects in such a way that only when looking at it from a specific place will you be able to see its beauty. This is such an interesting way to display your work, and Bernhard Pras has been able to render a realistic face, but only if you are looking at it correctly.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 0.6/10
- Popularity: 3% | Activity: 6% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, Europe

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### Key Themes Behind This Trend

- **Anamorphic Art:** Explore the trend of creating sculptures or artwork that appears distorted or abstract from certain angles but reveals its true form from a specific viewpoint.
- **Visual Perception Manipulation:** Discover the trend of manipulating visual perception by strategically arranging objects or images to create an optical illusion.
- **Interactive Art Experience:** Learn about the trend of creating interactive art installations that engage viewers by requiring them to actively find the right perspective to fully appreciate the artwork.

### Where This Applies

- **Art and Sculpture:** The art and sculpture industry can explore new avenues by incorporating anamorphic techniques or visual perception manipulation to create innovative and captivating artworks.
- **Museum and Exhibition:** Museums and exhibition spaces can attract visitors by featuring interactive art experiences that challenge and engage viewers' perception of reality.
- **Event and Entertainment:** Event organizers and entertainers can incorporate anamorphic art installations to captivate audiences and provide a unique and memorable visual experience.

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