# Charitable Public Art 'Drop' by Paul Cocksedge Benefits Barnardo's Childrens Charity By Michael Hines | Published 2010-09-26 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drop-by-paul-cocksedge References: [tinyurl](http://tinyurl.com/24w3kcl) & [tinyurl](http://tinyurl.com/y9aa26g) I probably wouldn't be as into 'Drop' by Paul Cocksedge if it wasn't for the kids. This installation is designed to look like a giant penny dropped from a giant's palm that landed right-side-up. What makes 'Drop' by Paul Cocksedge so awesome is that it's magnetic. People walking by can stick their unused pennies to it, creating their own art as they dispose of their [loose change](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eroded-coin). Once the installation closes, every penny will be counted up and one British pound per penny will be donated to Barnardo's, a [children's charity](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reflect-pavilion). Check out 'Drop' in the gallery above. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.2/10 - Popularity: 27% | Activity: 2% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - 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 - **Interactive Public Art:** The trend of interactive public art offers opportunities for artists to engage with audiences in unique and participatory ways. - **Crowdsourced Donations:** The trend of crowdsourced donations allows for the collective contribution of small amounts that can make a big impact on charitable causes. - **Magnetic Installations:** The trend of magnetic installations provides a novel way for artists to create engaging and interactive experiences for viewers. ### Who This Affects Most - **Art:** The art industry can embrace the trend of interactive public art to foster greater engagement and connection with audiences. - **Charitable Organizations:** Charitable organizations can leverage the trend of crowdsourced donations to raise funds for their causes in a more inclusive and participatory manner. - **Design:** The design industry can explore the trend of magnetic installations to create innovative and interactive experiences in various public spaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Statement Street Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/surreal-street-art-1.md) - [Permanent London Art Installtions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/infinite-accumulation.md) - [Leftover Househouse Paint Artwork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paint-drop.md) - [Warped Georgian Townhouse Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-week-at-the-knees.md) - [Distorted Furniture Street Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/first-kiss-at-last-light.md) - [Mesmerizing Fluid Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flow-fountain.md) - [UK-Based Modern Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/relics-in-the-landscape.md) - [Bright London Typeface Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/good-things-come-to-those-who-wait.md) - [Temporary Public Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flower-market-20.md)