# Metal-Sculpted Scenes Frank Plant Twists Steel into Works of Art By Matt Ho | Published 2010-12-22 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frank-plant-wires-art References: [toxel](http://www.toxel.com/inspiration/2010/12/19/wire-sculptures/) & [hierroglyphic.blogspot](http://hierroglyphic.blogspot.com/) Frank Plant is an artist who incorporates daily life into his [welded work](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barred-collection). This American artist's [wired sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/light-into-darkness) are sure to hit home. Using steel, Plant bends and welds wires into art that depicts [everyday activities](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/first-kiss-at-last-light). From a day at the beach to hanging up laundry, the black and white sculptures are pleasant and refreshing to look at. For those who want something more unique, Frank Plant has also done some bizarre pieces. Check out Frank Plant's work in the gallery. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 64% | Activity: 35% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% 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) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Wire Sculpture Art:** The trend of wire sculpture art is disrupting traditional sculpture methods by using steel wires to create intricate and dynamic art pieces. - **Everyday Life Depiction:** The trend of depicting daily life activities through art is creating disruptive innovation opportunities for artists to connect with audiences on a relatable and emotional level. - **Unconventional Sculpture:** The trend of creating bizarre and unconventional sculptures is providing artists with opportunities to challenge traditional notions of art and provoke thought and emotion. ### Who This Affects Most - **Art and Sculpture:** The art and sculpture industry is being impacted by the trend of wire sculpture art, expanding the possibilities for artists to explore new mediums and styles. - **Home Decor and Interior Design:** The trend of depicting everyday life activities through art is disrupting the home decor and interior design industry, as consumers seek unique and relatable art pieces to enhance their living spaces. - **Art Galleries and Exhibitions:** The trend of creating unconventional sculptures is shaking up the art galleries and exhibitions industry, as artists push boundaries and invite viewers to engage with thought-provoking and non-traditional artworks. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Outdoor Floral Sculpture Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sculptures-at-kew-gardens.md) - [Psychedelic Sculptural Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frank-stella-recent-sculpture.md) - [Otherworldly Wooden Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooden-sculptures-1.md) - [Raw Metal Design Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nick-valentijn.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) - [Blooming Clustered Art Forms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/structural-botany.md) - [Whimsical Sculptural Furniture Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/city-block-series.md) - [3D-Printed Ethereal Floating Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/prairie-cord.md)