40 volunteer parishioners at Önsta Gryta Church in Västerås, Sweden, donated their time over 18 months to assemble an estimated 30,000 tiny plastic blocks in order to create a standing Jesus statue. The figure faces forward with his arms outstretched.
Even though the statue is all white on the outside, colored Legos were donated to the church and were placed inside.
The Lego sculpture was inspired by Danish sculptor Bertel Thorvaldsens’s 19th century work, Christus. It depicts the resurrection of Jesus Christ.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Lego Sculptures
- Opportunity for using Lego blocks to create innovative sculptures in various industries.
- Collaborative Community Projects
- Opportunity to engage volunteers and create projects that bring people together.
- Incorporating Art and Religion
- Opportunity to explore the intersection of art and religion in creative ways.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Art and Design
- The use of Lego blocks for artistic creations in sculptures, installations, and displays.
- Community Organizations
- Organizations can leverage community engagement to create collaborative projects.
- Religious Institutions
- Religious institutions can explore new ways to express faith through art and creativity.
