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Colossal Matchstick Sculptures

Wolfgang Stiller Created Life Out of the Burnt Match Surfaces

— March 1, 2013 — Art & Design
Wolfgang Stiller's Matchstick Men series is made up of gigantic wooden matches that are burned on one side. The artist has carved extremely intricate human heads on the on burnt sides of it with scaled matchboxes.

The project is very creative and has an original concept. Although there has been a lot of colossally magnified object exhibitions within the art field lately, a matchstick interpretation is a very inventive take.

It would be a fun turnover if memorial sculptures of important people were made of creative surfaces such as this one. It would certainly make the art forms more conceptually relevant and interesting to look at.

Working with both solid and burnt wood surfaces, Wolfgang Stiller has created an unusual art form that will surely make a lot of noise upon its exhibition.
Trend Themes
1. Gigantic Sculptures Trend - There is a growing interest in gigantic sculptures and installations, providing opportunities for artists to showcase their creativity and challenge traditional art forms.
2. Unconventional Materials Trend - The use of unconventional materials in artwork, such as burnt matchsticks, is gaining popularity, leading to opportunities for artists to experiment with new forms of expression.
3. Memorial Sculptures Trend - There is potential for memorial sculptures to incorporate more creative and conceptually relevant surfaces, like the burnt matchsticks in Wolfgang Stiller's art, making them more visually impactful and engaging for viewers.
Industry Implications
1. Art Industry - The art industry can benefit from the growing interest in unconventional materials and gigantic sculptures, creating opportunities for artists to push the boundaries and innovate in their work.
2. Memorial Industry - The memorial industry can consider incorporating more creative and unique materials in their sculptures and monuments, like the burnt matchsticks in Wolfgang Stiller's art, providing families with more innovative ways to honor their loved ones.
3. Event Industry - The event industry can benefit from the trend of large-scale installations and sculptures, providing event planners with unique and visually impactful decor options for corporate events, festivals and other public gatherings.
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