# AR-Powered Installation Exhibitions New KAWS Installations are Spotlighted in EXPANDED HOLIDAY By Kalin Ned | Published 2020-04-22 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kaws-installation References: [artsy.net](https://www.artsy.net/article/artsy-editorial-virtual-kaws-exhibition-tests-market-augmented-reality-art) & [acuteart](https://acuteart.com) EXPANDED HOLIDAY features 12 augmented reality versions of the 'Companions' [KAWS](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kaws-holiday-thailand) installation. The sculptures are a virtual continuation of the popular artist's [large-scale inflatable travelling series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iwagumi-air-scape). In addition, the digital release has been tailored to meet the climate of the COVID-19 pandemic. EXPANDED HOLIDAY was made possible through a collaboration with digital art platform [Acute](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wearable-sensor1) Art. Users can enjoy the experience in 11 cities across the globe through the Acute Art mobile application. While originally, the collaboration was going to offer subscription-based editions of the KAWS installations for $7 per week or $30 per month, as well as "25 limited-edition sculptures for permanent acquisition for $10,000 each," this has been delayed. Instead, Acute Art and KAWS made the 'Companions' virtual sculptures free until April 15th to encourage people to stay home. Image Credit: KAWS/ Acute Art ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.6/10 - Popularity: 80% | Activity: 80% | Freshness: 9% - 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) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Ar-powered Installation Exhibitions:** Using augmented reality to create immersive and interactive art installations. - **Virtual Continuation Art Series:** Extending popular artist's large-scale inflatable sculptures through virtual reality. - **Digital Release Tailored to COVID-19:** Adapting digital art releases to provide at-home experiences during the pandemic. ### Who This Affects Most - **Art and Design:** Opportunity for artists and designers to embrace augmented reality technology to enhance their installations. - **Digital Art Platforms:** Platforms like Acute Art provide opportunities for artists to showcase and distribute their digital artworks. - **Entertainment:** Implementing augmented reality experiences in entertainment venues, museums, and galleries. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Thailand-Inspired Wellness Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kaws-holiday-thailand.md) - [Installation-Inspired Vinyl Figures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kaws-1.md) - [Pink Tonal Plush Figurines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allrightsreserved.md) - [AI-Inspired Digital Art Programs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/evolving-perspectives.md) - [Historic AR Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/historic-ar-experience.md) - [Art-Driven Knitwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kaws-x-uniqlo-winter-2025.md) - [Designer-Made Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unboxing.md) - [Free Outdoor AR Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/outdoor-ar-exhibition.md) - [Temporary Public Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flower-market-20.md)