# Transformative Art Installations The Hong Seon Jang Labyrinth Exhibition Alters Mundane Materials By Sarah Moore | Published 2012-05-06 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hong-seon-jang-labyrinth References: [davidbsmithgallery](http://www.davidbsmithgallery.com/exhibit/show/hong-seon-jang) The Hong Seon Jang Labyrinth exhibition at the David B. Smith gallery in Denver, Colorado, showcases two unique collections curated specifically for the show, as well as a selection of his other work. The New York-based artist traditionally forgoes the use of the usual artist's materials of choice in favor of reworking mundane, man-made objects. The 'Black Forest' collection, which Jang created as part of the exhibition, features multiple layers of overlapping, translucent tape pasted onto a black chalkboard. He makes another interesting material choice in his 'Black Ruin' project, which is also part of his solo show. By gingerly placing string across a canvas, the artist adds flair to his work. Both of these projects fuse man with nature through the use of non-natural materials used to convey the environment which the artist is inspired by. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.1/10 - Popularity: 88% | Activity: 86% | Freshness: 8% - 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 ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Sustainable Art:** Art using unconventional materials challenges traditional art-making and encourages sustainability efforts. - **Mixed-media Installations:** Artists incorporate multiple materials into their installations to create a unique sensory experience. - **Interactive Art:** Art installations encourage audience participation and interaction, creating a more immersive experience. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Art and Design:** Artists, museums, and galleries can incorporate sustainable materials and mixed-media installations to create unique exhibitions. - **Advertising and Marketing:** Interactive and immersive art installations can be used in experiential marketing campaigns to engage consumers in a new way. - **Architecture and Design:** Architects and interior designers can incorporate transformative art installations into their projects, creating unique and innovative spaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Paper-Made Mosaic Artwork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/real-life-architecture-exhibition.md) - [Brain-Like Labyrinths](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brash-collective.md) - [Wonderous Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/your-psychoacoustic-light-ensemble.md) - [Structured Art Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flowchart.md) - [Illuminated Curtained Light Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/making-the-invisible-visible.md) - [Inflatable Vibrant Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forest-dancer.md) - [Nature-Inspired Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/humannature-1.md) - [Speaker Part-Garnered Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-craftmanship-a-new-world.md) - [Textile Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/olga-de-amaral.md)