# Disappearing Stairways Jirri Geller Makes an Art Piece Called 'God Says No' By Tisah Tucknott | Published 2009-07-07 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jirri-geller-art-piece References: [nextnature.net](http://www.nextnature.net/?p=2446) & [ror.fi](http://www.ror.fi/www/jiri.html#) If you look closely, this white staircase doesn’t have a destination. The disappearing stairway is called “God Says No,” which I think means that God has rejected your entry to Heaven. Jirri Geller is an artist who is known for his peculiar creations, and perfectly encompasses the creative mind behind this [staircase creation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cadenza). **Implications** - [Art pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folded-time) that provide a [social, religious or political commentary](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/surreal-street-art-1) by use of familiar mediums or imagery are generally effective in their purpose. Consumers remember social commentary because it is insightful, familiar, and adds an edginess to any piece. Companies can capitalize on this preference for commentary by incorporating snarky, insightful messages into campaigns or products. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.3/10 - Activity: 31% | 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) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Social Commentary Art:** Art pieces that provide a social, religious or political commentary by use of familiar mediums or imagery are generally effective in their purpose. - **Creative Illusions:** Creative illusions that play with perspective can capture people's attention and spark curiosity. - **Edgy Messaging:** Snarky, insightful messages in campaigns or products can add an edginess to a brand and make it more memorable. ### Who This Affects Most - **Art:** The art industry can explore the use of creative illusions and social commentary to capture audience attention and make a statement. - **Advertising:** The advertising industry can incorporate edgy messaging and social commentary to make campaigns or products more memorable and effective. - **Architecture:** Incorporating creative illusions and unexpected elements into architectural design can add new dimensions to buildings and public spaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Intervening Staircase Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meet-me-here.md) - [Bold Architectural Renovations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flat-iron-house.md) - [Warped Georgian Townhouse Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-week-at-the-knees.md) - [Monochromatic Sculptural Gateways](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sculptural-gateway.md) - [Dutch Barn Spiralled Staircase](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/julia-van-beuningen.md) - [Dynamic Bookend Lighting Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stair-table.md) - [Dynamic Moving-Illusion Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moving-furniture.md) - [Psychedelic Sculptural Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frank-stella-recent-sculpture.md) - [Optical Illusion Replica Artworks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/liberty-science-center.md)