# Protruding Geometry Artworks Heath West's Sculptural Canvases Play with One's Perception By Jana Pijak | Published 2014-07-15 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heath-west References: [lanciatrendvisions](http://www.lanciatrendvisions.com/en/article/the-art-of-heath-west-digital-but-real) & [heathwest.net](http://heathwest.net) A series of [complex three-dimensional folds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folded-time) makes up this series of sculptural canvases by American artist Heath West. The protruding and multidimensional works play with the perception of their viewer and are showcased in a range of chromatic hues and vivid pattern configurations. Based in Houston, Texas, Heath is a graduate from [Columbia University](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nineteen-wells-street) where he majored in [Science of Advanced Architectural Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/science-island-museum). "The artist now focuses on the structure and transformation of space, exploring how our environments may be composed of a series of points and lines that fold reflectively into the practice of everyday life." Heath West's vivid and sculptural artworks challenge tradition and resemble folded pieces of paper. His vivid sculptures adorn clear canvas boxes that give each piece a sleek and modern look. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.7/10 - Popularity: 53% | Activity: 19% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Sculptural Canvases:** There's an opportunity to disrupt the traditional art industry with three-dimensional artworks that play with perception. - **Three-dimensional Folds:** Incorporating multidimensional elements into design could revolutionize the architecture and interior design industries. - **Reflective Folding:** The study of space transformation through reflective folding could lead to innovative products in the furniture and home decor industries. ### Who This Affects Most - **Art:** Heath West's protruding geometry artworks challenge traditional perceptions, leaving space for a new form of art that goes beyond the canvas. - **Architecture:** By incorporating three-dimensional elements, architecture could move towards a more modern and dynamic approach to design. - **Interior Design:** Integrating multidimensional design elements could inspire avant-garde interiors that break away from traditional aesthetics. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Geometric Sculpture Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/illusion-box.md) - [Human Embraced-Inspired Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wallmounted-sculpture.md) - [Sculptural Mixed-Media Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folded-echoes.md) - [Intersecting Dimensional Art Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diorama.md) - [Gem-Like Sculptural Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cylindrical-lenses.md) - [Physics-Informed Digital Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/motion-sculpture.md) - [Fantasy Sculptural Furniture Pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chris-wolston.md) - [Dynamic Mathematically Shaped Surfaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mathematically-shaped.md) - [Psychedelic Sculptural Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frank-stella-recent-sculpture.md)