# Political Art Installations This Art Piece Endorses Peace Between North and South Korea By Mishal Omar | Published 2016-09-06 | Social Good Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/political-art-installation References: [hypebeast](http://hypebeast.com/2016/9/ik-joong-kang-floating-dreams-totally-thames) & [totallythames.org](http://totallythames.org/events/info/floating-dreams-by-ik-joong-kang) The relationship between North and South Korea is contentious to say the least and this political art installation tries to speak for a more peaceful future. The piece was created by South Korean artist Ik-Joong Kang for the purpose of drifting along the River Thames in England. Called 'Floating Dreams,' the political art installation is made up of drawings by 500 North Korean refugees that show their memories from the Korean war in the 1950s. The artistic piece is not just paying homage to these specific refugees, but for everyone currently fleeing their homes as a result of violence, conflict and natural disasters. This [glowing piece of art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/love-and-unity) sends an important message in a time when it is crucial that people aim to achieve [equality and peace](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peace-love-joy). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.5/10 - Popularity: 18% | Activity: 18% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Social Good](https://www.trendhunter.com/socialgood) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Political Art Installations:** The opportunity to use politically charged art installations could be used for companies to communicate a message with a greater impact. - **Memory as a Form of Art:** Artists could tap into the emotional power of memory and create unique installations that can resonate with a global audience. - **Art for Global Change:** Stakeholders can leverage art for social and global change by creating and partnering with various initiatives to inspire action for change ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Art:** The art industry can leverage politically charged art installations to create meaningful dialogue and inspire social and global change. - **Politics:** The opportunity for politicians to use art installations could create dialogue and conversations with citizens, steering them towards goals and objectives. - **Branding:** Brands have the opportunity to partner with artists to create social impact campaigns which help to create and deepen emotional connections with their audiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Future-Facing Sculptural Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eye-of-the-future.md) - [Peace-Centric Oversized Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peace-head.md) - [Eclipse-Themed Rooftop Artworks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arc-zero.md) - [Street Artist Digitalized Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shepard-fairey-1.md) - [Gas Rig Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/striking-art-installation.md) - [Seoul-Themed Immersive Digital Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/delight-installation.md) - [Neon Illuminated Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/love-and-unity.md) - [Illuminating Water-Based Pavillions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shelter-pavilion.md) - [Cage-Inspired Arch Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-weiweis-work.md)