# Prismatic Technicolor Paintings Stephen Knapp's 'Lightpaintings' Feature Intricate Light and Glass By Hayley McGlone | Published 2016-08-16 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lightpaintings References: [mymodernmet](http://www.mymodernmet.com/profiles/blogs/stephen-knapp-lightpaintings-pensacola-museum-of-art) & [lightpaintings](http://www.lightpaintings.com/) Stephen Knapp used glass, light and steel to create his 'Lightpaintings' series. The 'Lightpaintings' series is remarkable for its prismatic design and [vibrant colors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/colorscape-installation). Knapp precisely places lights and gem-colored glass to create the stunning and unique paintings with [refracted light](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/look-mum-no-uv) against darkened walls. Knapp uses steel to hold the gem-colored glass against the walls. The cut glass is precisely placed at specific angles to achieve the vibrant refraction of the light. Knapp "makes visible the light that surrounds us and transforms it into something physical yet inherently transcendental." Visitors to the 'Lightpaintings' exhibit at the Pensacola Museum of Art are invited to yoga classes within it. The incredibly creative use of [glass, steel and light](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glass-collection) creates an experience that stays true to Stephen Knapp in concept, style and execution of design. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 70% | Activity: 25% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% 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) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Refraction Art:** There is an opportunity to create new artistic forms using the refraction of light on glass. - **Interactive Gallery Experience:** Interactive exhibits within art galleries could be created utilizing the design techniques showcased in Stephen Knapp's Lightpaintings series. - **Sustainable Design with Glass:** Sustainable buildings and art installations can be designed using recycled glass and energy-efficient lighting. ### Who This Affects Most - **Art and Design:** Artists and designers can utilize the techniques in the Lightpaintings series to create new and innovative art forms, either through physical installations or virtual spaces. - **Museum and Galleries:** Museums and galleries could make use of the Lightpaintings series as a new and innovative way to transform their spaces with interactive installations. - **Green Building and Architecture:** Companies in the green building and architecture industry could use the unique design techniques in the Lightpaintings series to create sustainable and energy-efficient buildings and installations. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Wonderous Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/your-psychoacoustic-light-ensemble.md) - [Illuminated Curtained Light Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/making-the-invisible-visible.md) - [Glass Beaded Intricate Artworks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/painting-exhibition.md) - [Immersive Light Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/psychoacoustic-light-ensemble.md) - [Ethereal Light Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peter-kovacsy.md) - [Stunningly Intricate Light Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shapes-of-light.md) - [Life-Like 3D Canvases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lumino.md) - [Ethereal Oil Lamp Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-realm-of-light.md) - [Gem-Like Sculptural Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cylindrical-lenses.md)