# Broken Rubbish Sculptures Artist Evan Robarts Puts Together Colorful and Chaotic By Meghan Young | Published 2012-11-22 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/evan-robarts References: [itsnicethat](http://www.itsnicethat.com/articles/evan-robarts) & [evanrobarts](http://evanrobarts.com/) American artist and sculpture Evan Robarts creates mind-boggling [sculptures out of broken rubbish](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/light-into-darkness). Although many of his works can be viewed as ambiguous, simply resonating with people (especially those with a lack of knowledge in such art forms) on a purely visual basis, some clearly comment on important topics. For instance, Evan Robarts has slathered a child's tricycle with concrete as though to reflect on the inactivity of youth thanks to technology. Born in Miami, Florida, and based in Brooklyn, New York, Evan Robarts uses [found objects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daon-pottery) to convey various emotions, whether they are deep-seeded on broiling on the surface. From contorted brooms and mops to elastic bands and gas canisters, he uses anything and everything in artful ways. His work often results in [colorful and chaotic creations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kennedy-yanko) that stimulate the mind beautifully. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 64% | Activity: 44% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Upcycled Art:** Creating mind-boggling sculptures out of broken rubbish presents opportunities for artists to explore the world of upcycled art. - **Commentary Art:** Using sculptures to comment on important topics opens up avenues for artists to engage with social and cultural issues in a visually impactful way. - **Found Object Art:** Utilizing found objects in artful ways provides a platform for artists to transform everyday items into meaningful and thought-provoking creations. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Art and Design:** The art and design industry can embrace the trend of creating sculptures out of broken rubbish as a unique form of artistic expression. - **Sustainability:** The sustainability industry can explore opportunities to promote upcycled art as a way to reduce waste and encourage creative reuse. - **Social Activism:** The social activism industry can leverage commentary art to spark conversations and raise awareness about important social and cultural issues. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Vibrantly Colorful Dynamic Artwork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kayla-rumpp.md) - [Surreal Love-Themed Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/joakim-ojanen.md) - [Digital Archetype Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christian-rex-van-minnen-1.md) - [Otherworldly Wooden Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooden-sculptures-1.md) - [Broken-Aesthetic Sculpture Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brokenaesthetic-sculpture-collection.md) - [Statement Street Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/surreal-street-art-1.md) - [UK-Based Modern Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/relics-in-the-landscape.md) - [Upcycled Object Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nendo-and-daniel-arsham.md) - [Abandoned Bikes-Turned Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/objects-from-frames.md)