# Computer-Crafted Sculptures Nick Ervink's Cross Media Creations are Modernizing Sculpting By Brandon Bastaldo | Published 2013-03-28 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nick-ervinck References: [contemporist](http://www.contemporist.com/2013/03/22/the-sculptural-work-of-nick-ervinck/ni_220313_03/) & [nickervinck](http://nickervinck.com/) Artist Nick Ervinck's computer-generated sculptures look like they came from outer space, and that's probably because Ervinck didn't rely on the old-fashioned methods of contemporary sculpting to make them. Instead, Everinck infused the tools of the digital realm with traditional sculpting techniques to make these wild, undefinable sculptures a reality. Ervinck's creations are renowned because of his unique crafting technique that sees him combining the powers of cross-platform media like architecture, [3D printing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contour-collection) and digital technology in order to give shape to these [wild and vibrant molds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neojomon-biomorphic-fantme). Nick Ervinck's computer-generated sculptures are revolutionary because before the advent of computer technology, it would have been impossible for this artist to actually make these larger-than-life monuments. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.7/10 - Popularity: 78% | Activity: 56% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Computer-generated Sculptures:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Utilizing computer-generated designs and 3D printing technology to create unique and intricate sculptures. - **Cross-platform Media Integration:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Exploring the combination of different media platforms, such as architecture and digital technology, to revolutionize sculpting techniques. - **Digital-infused Traditional Sculpting:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporating digital tools and techniques into traditional sculpting methods, opening up new possibilities for artistic expression. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Art and Sculpture:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Applying advanced technology and digital media to redefine the boundaries of art and sculpture. - **3D Printing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Leveraging 3D printing technology to create intricate and complex sculptures with high precision and speed. - **Architecture:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrating architectural concepts and principles into sculpting processes for innovative and visually striking creations. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Otherworldly Wooden Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooden-sculptures-1.md) - [Virtual Craft Fusions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arnardo-collection.md) - [Physics-Informed Digital Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/motion-sculpture.md) - [AI-Driven Ceramic Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/texttoclay.md) - [Limited 3D-Printed Ceramic Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dyadic-series.md) - [Evolving Hybrid Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/human-one.md) - [Seashell-Inspired Chair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/traditional-and-digital-techniques.md) - [Mineral-Inspired Digital Art Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neogene-collection.md) - [Geometric Wooden Art Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aleph-geddis.md)