# Stabbed Ceramic Sculptures Laurent Craste Combines Delicate Ceramics, Heavy Tools and Force By Tali Dudin | Published 2010-11-28 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ceramics References: [torontolife](http://www.torontolife.com/daily/style/design-scout/2010/11/24/ten-artists-first-time-buyers-should-invest-in-now/attachment/_laurent-craste/) & [galeriesas](http://www.galeriesas.com/spip.php?article486) Montreal artist Laurent Craste's [contemporary sculpture series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/split-bust) shows [delicate urns, vases and teacups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/devin-wilde) attacked with heavy tools such as axes, crowbars and knives. However, the china is not smashed to pieces, as is usually the case when you combine delicate ceramics, metal objects and force. Instead, Laurent Craste's pieces are hit *before* they are fired in the kiln, resulting in the "weapon" embedded in the [delicate ceramic piece](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/office-of-tangible-spaces). **Implications** - The rebellious ceramics look like they each have their own personalities. Some even end up like little creatures with arms and faces. Laurent Craste's artworks definitely cross a strong line and gives the viewer a lot to think about. The unique pieces would make great conversation starters. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.2/10 - Popularity: 82% | Activity: 67% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Modern](https://www.trendhunter.com/modern) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Rebellious Ceramics:** Exploring the use of heavy tools and force with delicate ceramics, resulting in unique and conversation-starting artworks. - **Embedded Weapons:** Creating ceramic pieces where tools are embedded before firing, adding a rebellious and striking element. - **Personified Sculptures:** Transforming delicate ceramics into creatures with arms and faces, giving each piece a unique personality. ### Who This Affects Most - **Art and Sculpture:** Artists and sculptors can explore the use of unconventional techniques to create unique and visually striking pieces. - **Home Decor:** Designers can incorporate rebellious ceramics into home decor collections to add an element of surprise and conversation. - **Fine Dining and Hospitality:** Restaurants and hotels can feature rebellious ceramics as unique tableware to captivate guests and spark interesting conversations. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Experimental Pottery Vessels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gourd-project.md) - [Explosion-Damaged Sculpture Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/light-into-darkness.md) - [Cardboard-Inspired Ceramic Household Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cardboard-collection.md) - [Modern Poertic Ceramics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/virginia-sin.md) - [Chaos-Insppired Ceramic Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ceramic-installation1.md) - [Broken-Aesthetic Sculpture Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brokenaesthetic-sculpture-collection.md) - [Repurposed Studio Scrap Pottery](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daon-pottery.md) - [Origami-Inspired Porcelain Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saori-matsushita.md) - [Structural Ceramic Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zemlya.md)