<!-- canonical: https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/entangled -->
<!-- robots: noindex -->

# Tentacular Hearts Sculptures
Kate MacDowell's Entangled Series Coils Octopus Legs Around Hearts

By M | Published 2014-06-22 | Art & Design
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/entangled
References: [boingboing.net](http://boingboing.net/2014/06/20/entangled-hearts-tentacles.html) & [katemacdowell](http://katemacdowell.com/entangled_back.html)

Accomplished sculpture Kate MacDowell's artwork Entangled is as breathtaking as it is eerie. The [ceramic carving](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/virginia-sin) features two pulsating human hearts coiled up inside various sea creature tentacles.

MacDowell's sculpture is incredibly realistic and lifelike. MacDowell was able to recreate the aesthetic look of a beating heart and [octopus tentacles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/louis-vuitton-octopus) entirely by hand from white ceramic clay. The tendon details added to the heart really make this piece that much more believable and sinister. Entangled makes a rather profound commentary about love and affection. In the piece, it is as though these [two human hearts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/out-of-orifice) are bound together for eternity by the suffocating clutches of an octopus' legs. To stare at these two ceramic hearts engulfed in a sea of suction cup legs really makes you contemplate the depths of love.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 2.3/10
- Popularity: 37% | Activity: 23% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America

## Categories

[Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design)

## Key Themes

### Key Themes Behind This Trend

- **Realistic Sculptures:** Opportunity for creating realistic sculptures that evoke emotions and provoke contemplation.
- **Nature-inspired Art:** Opportunity for artists to explore the intricacies of nature and its relationship with human emotions and experiences.
- **Symbolic Art:** Opportunity for artists to use symbolism to convey deep messages and provoke thought.

### Where This Applies

- **Art and Sculpture:** Opportunity for artists to create unique and captivating sculptures that resonate with viewers.
- **Home Decor:** Opportunity for home decor companies to offer unique and thought-provoking sculptures as part of their product lineup.
- **Art Galleries and Exhibitions:** Opportunity for art galleries and exhibitions to showcase innovative and striking sculptures that leave a lasting impression.

## Related on Trend Hunter

- [Sea-Inspired Mini Sculpture Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-sculptures.md)
- [Human Torso-Inspired Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lene-bdker.md)
- [Human Embraced-Inspired Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wallmounted-sculpture.md)
- [Otherworldly Wooden Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooden-sculptures-1.md)
- [Interactive Marine Ecosystem Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marine-ecosystem-sculptures.md)
- [Love-Inspired Miniature Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/love-in-a-bottle.md)
- [Outdoor Floral Sculpture Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sculptures-at-kew-gardens.md)
- [Creature-Like Coffee Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/octopus-center-table.md)
- [Interactive Kinetic Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/interactive-kinetic-sculptures.md)