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Safety Cone Artwork

Lana Shuttleworth's Ethnomorphic Landscapes Series is Unexpectedly Imaginative

— June 1, 2012 — Art & Design
The Ethnomorphic Landscapes art series may not look like it was created using traditional road pylons, but it assuredly was. Each safety cone used was cut up into small pieces to make up the stunning landscape montages. It is interesting to note how much color these orange objects actually have. Holly Myers from the Los Angeles Times eloquently observes, “Who knew that this humble, road-battered fixture contained such an astonishing range of tones and textures?”

Imaginatively created by artist Lana Shuttleworth, the Ethnomorphic Landscapes art series is full of layers, which adds depth and emotion to each piece. It almost entices the viewer to peel each one back, searching for what lies beneath. Shuttleworth writes, "The surface of the cone bears the evidence of life with the marring and scaring that comes from surviving a fast and relentless urban existence."
Trend Themes
1. Upcycling Artworks - The use of unconventional materials in artworks presents an opportunity for artists to create awe-inspiring pieces while also reducing waste.
2. Sustainable Art - Sustainability in art means creating pieces that have a low carbon footprint and minimize waste while still being captivating and thought-provoking.
3. Innovative Art Techniques - Using traditional objects in unconventional ways to create art presents an opportunity for unique and imaginative pieces that push the boundaries of art creation.
Industry Implications
1. Art and Design - The art industry can utilize upcycling and sustainable materials as a way to create unique pieces that promote environmental consciousness and imaginative design.
2. Environmental Waste Management - The waste management industry can utilize artists' creativity to inspire new methods of upcycling and transforming waste into art, promoting sustainability and reducing waste.
3. Urban Infrastructure - Creative use of urban infrastructure, such as safety cones and road signs, offers an opportunity to transform these utilitarian objects into imaginative art while also reducing waste.
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