# Recycled Canister Sculptures Artist Gerd Rohling Transformed These Gas Canisters Into Works of Art By Lacey-Jane Walsh | Published 2014-03-30 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gerd-rohling References: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/art/gerd-rohling-gallery-piet-hein-eek-03-30-2014/) & [gerd-rohling.de](http://www.gerd-rohling.de/) Imaginative artist Gerd Rohling has a knack for turning trash into artistic treasure, which is exactly what he's done for his 'Nothing for All' exhibit. In this series Rohling has taken old gasoline canisters and turned them into intriguing [face sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tidal-stories) in a variety of bright colors. Some of these canister sculptures seem to be sporting masks, while others have hats, halos and other elements that help to add interest. The 'Nothing for All' exhibit also includes a series of [old bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Porsche-911-carrera) that have been made less than useless by replacing the tires with square metal plates. This eye-catching exhibit can be found at the Gallery Piet Hein Eek. These thought-provoking works transform recycled materials into works of art. Photo Credits: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/art/gerd-rohling-gallery-piet-hein-eek-03-30-2014/), [gerd-rohling.de](http://www.gerd-rohling.de/) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.4/10 - Popularity: 72% | Activity: 52% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Upcycled Art:** Exploring the creative potential of turning trash into artistic treasures through upcycled materials. - **Sustainable Sculptures:** Creating sculptures that promote environmental sustainability by utilizing recycled materials. - **Provocative Installations:** Using thought-provoking installations to spark conversations about waste and consumerism. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Art and Design:** Opportunities for artists and designers to create unique and environmentally-conscious artworks using upcycling techniques. - **Sustainable Fashion:** Incorporating recycled materials and upcycling methods to create innovative and sustainable fashion pieces. - **Eco-friendly Home Decor:** Developing home decor products made from recycled materials, appealing to environmentally-conscious consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Crystal-Adorned Crushed Cans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sam-keller.md) - [Sophisticated Upcycled Home Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/basket-sculptures.md) - [Digital Archetype Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christian-rex-van-minnen-1.md) - [Explosion-Damaged Sculpture Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/light-into-darkness.md) - [Abandoned Bikes-Turned Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/objects-from-frames.md) - [Gem-Like Sculptural Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cylindrical-lenses.md) - [Repurposed Electric Scooter Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emetabolism-collection.md) - [Upcycled Sculptural Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eps-expanded-polystyrene-serie.md) - [Ceramic Waste Carafes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sungai-carafe.md)