# Fluorescent Stick Figures Ivan Navarro Transforms Everyday Objects into Works of Art By Meghan Young | Published 2010-08-13 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ivan-navarro References: [trendsnow.net](http://www.trendsnow.net/2010/08/ivan-navarro.html) & [artnet](http://www.artnet.com/artist/423977108/ivan-navarro.html) There's something very illuminating about Ivan Navarro's art pieces -- and I'm not just referring to the fact that they physically glow. His [contemporary light installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/psychoacoustic-light-ensemble) transforms [everyday objects into works of art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nytt-lys). Although I wonder if Ivan Navarro takes any measures to make his art installations eco-friendly, I can't help but be drawn to them like a moth to a flame. Minimalistic and modern, it takes [neon signs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/love-and-unity) to a whole new level. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 29% | Activity: 41% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Artificial Light Installations:** Exploring the possibility of more eco-friendly and sustainable light installations using technology and alternative materials. - **Minimalistic Modern Art:** Reimagining everyday objects with minimalistic and modern design to create unique art forms and installations. - **Light Art Sculptures:** Creating intricate light installations that transform traditional sculptures into eye-catching art pieces. ### Where This Applies - **Art and Design:** Utilizing new technology and sustainable materials in the art and design industry to create eco-friendly and innovative art installations. - **Architecture and Interior Design:** Incorporating light installations into architecture and interior design to create immersive and visually stunning environments. - **Green Technology:** Developing and integrating sustainable light technologies to reduce carbon footprint and energy consumption in the art and design industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Intricate Lighting Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/objects-of-common-interest1.md) - [Lightning-Inspired Artful Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bright-light-shining.md) - [Illuminated Curtained Light Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/making-the-invisible-visible.md) - [Statement Street Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/surreal-street-art-1.md) - [Inflatable Vibrant Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forest-dancer.md) - [Wonderous Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/your-psychoacoustic-light-ensemble.md) - [Fluid Function Art Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/optical-flow.md) - [Tree Branch-Formed Lighting Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/celestial-attraction.md) - [Neon Illuminated Christmas Trees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fluorescence.md)