# Artist-Inspired 3D Digital Avatars Marina Abramović Debuts a Mixed-Reality Art Installation By Kalin Ned | Published 2019-03-01 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mixedreality-art References: [dezeen](https://www.dezeen.com/2019/02/28/marina-abramovic-the-life-3d-digital-avatar-design/) & [serpentinegalleries.org](https://www.serpentinegalleries.org/exhibitions-events/marina-abramović-life) As the age of technology progresses, [mixed-reality art installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mixedreality-theme-park) are becoming possible, ultimately expanding the field and tools of the contemporary artist. Marina Abramović is one of the brave creative souls that wholeheartedly embraces this movement and a clear example of that is her recent five-day performance piece at the Serpentine Gallery in London. The exhibition was an example of mixed-reality art — a relatively new form of institutionalized creativity that combines [virtual and augmented reality](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-conversation-with-the-sun). Visitors of the gallery were able to put on a headset and perceive a [3D mobile simulation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reframe-installation) of Marina Abramović. The installation was completed in collaboration with production studio Tin Drum. 'The Life' mixed-reality art performance is an engaging example of the digitization of art that leaves the audience excited about the new possibilities that digital technology allows in the creative field. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 37% | Activity: 51% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Mixed-reality Art Installations:** Mixed-reality art installations are opening up new creative possibilities for artists to showcase their work beyond physical limitations. - **Virtual and Augmented Reality in Art:** Virtual and augmented reality are being used to create immersive art experiences, providing a new way for artists to engage with their audiences. - **3D Digital Avatars:** The creation of 3D digital avatars is providing artists with new tools to express themselves and connect with audiences in innovative ways. ### Where This Applies - **Art and Design:** By embracing mixed-reality art, the art and design industry can create unique experiences for art enthusiasts that are beyond traditional methods and locations. - **Virtual and Augmented Reality:** The virtual and augmented reality industry has the opportunity to collaborate with artists and produce groundbreaking mixed-reality art installations that push the boundaries of technology. - **Digital Entertainment:** The digital entertainment industry can use mixed-reality art installations as a new way to provide immersive digital experiences to audiences, including art enthusiasts and gamers alike. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Phygital NFT Art Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/enklu.md) - [AI-Inspired Digital Art Programs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/evolving-perspectives.md) - [Thought-Provoking Interactive Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/antibodies-installation.md) - [Virtual DEI Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drda-art.md) - [Digital Expo Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/after-utopia.md) - [Touch-Reactive VR Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/presence-in-bed.md) - [Immersive Digital Art Galleries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-reel-store.md) - [AI-Generated Art Galleries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aigenerated-art-gallery.md) - [Immersive 3D Fashion Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portalm-x-virtual-fashion-exhibition.md)