# Color-Blending Kinetic Sculptures Felipe Pantone Unveils 'Subtractive Variability Compact' Artwork By Niko Pajkovic | Published 2022-02-11 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/felipe-pantone References: [designboom](https://www.designboom.com/art/felipe-pantone-subtractive-variability-compact-02-10-2022/)  Visual artist Felipe Pantone has revealed his latest artwork, 'Subtractive Variability Compact,' a limited-edition [kinetic sculpture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-machine) comprised of a [colorful spinning circle platform](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-kinetic-collection) made with UV paint on PMMA material. The new piece sees Pantone combine a CMY model with a manipulative function, allowing the interactive artwork to produce a seemingly [endless array of colors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cocolor), As the wheel spins, a range of different colors becomes visible to the spectator. This is because the three colors utilized -- cyan, magenta, and yellow -- blend together from the subtraction of light, combining to form countless variations. "Felipe Pantone's manipulable art is a testimony of the way information is consumed nowadays, being personalization a key element of engagement in the digital era, and allowing the viewer to be an active collaborator that has a decisive say in the final appearance of the artwork," said the official release for the artwork. Image Credit: Felipe Pantone, [designboom](https://www.designboom.com/art/felipe-pantone-subtractive-variability-compact-02-10-2022/) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 59% | Activity: 27% | Freshness: 11% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Modern](https://www.trendhunter.com/modern) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Kinetic Art:** The trend towards interactive kinetic art pieces like Felipe Pantone's 'Subtractive Variability Compact' presents disruptive innovation opportunities for artists and designers to integrate technology and user interaction. - **Color Blending:** The trend towards color-blending artwork with tools like CMY models and UV paints presents disruptive innovation opportunities for artists and designers to create unique and visually stunning pieces. - **Personalization:** The trend towards manipulable and interactive artwork like Felipe Pantone's 'Subtractive Variability Compact' presents disruptive innovation opportunities for engaging consumers in the digital era with personalized experiences. ### Where This Applies - **Artificial Intelligence:** The interactive and personalized nature of kinetic art presents opportunities for integrating AI technology to create customized and responsive pieces. - **Creative Design:** Designers can create new products, using color blending and manipulable elements like Pantone's sculpture, for consumer experiences that prioritize customization and personal interaction. - **Entertainment:** The trend towards kinetic art and personalized experiences presents disruptive innovation opportunities for entertainment companies to create immersive and interactive installations for public engagement. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Color-Centric Collaborative Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/defy-skyline-tourbillon-felipe-pantone.md) - [Space-Exploration Artful Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kosmos-exhibition.md) - [Colorful Poolside Art Inflatables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cdm30.md) - [Colour Shift Clear Seating](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/color-roller.md) - [Colorful Tile Pool Loungers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cdm30-inflatable-pool-lounger.md) - [Graffiti-Inspired Marker Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/graffitiinspired-marker-set.md) - [Kinetic Art Wristwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/type-8-daniel-engelberg.md) - [Fluid Function Art Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/optical-flow.md) - [Interactive Kinetic Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/interactive-kinetic-sculptures.md)