# Public Ice Art 'Mini Ice Men' are Really 'Cool' By Cowbag | Published 2008-08-17 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/public-art-installations-mini-ice-men-are-really-cool References: [neatorama](http://www.neatorama.com/2008/08/17/ice-sculptures-of-melting-men-by-nele-azevedo/) & [neleazevedo.fotopages](http://neleazevedo.fotopages.com/?entry=967993) Melting Men, an [ice sculpture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-melts) by Brazilian artist Nele Azevedo, is simply 'cool' (Sorry about the pun.) This [public art installation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paul-anthony-smith) consisted of hundreds of sitting figures fashioned out of ice. When the last man melted it was the end of the project. The ultimate in [disposable green art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/remembering-the-future) - what I really do like about this is that it really does leave nothing behind. Photos: [Nele Azevedo](http://neleazevedo.fotopages.com/?entry=967993) and [Lemoox](http://www.flickr.com/photos/lemoox/330967189/in/photostream/) **Implications** - XX. The ability for both of these artists not to leave anything behind should be cherished by viewers. To stay that this public ice art is awesome almost seems like an understatement for how super-cool and original it really is. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 37% | Activity: 10% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Disposable Art:** The concept of creating art that is meant to be temporary and leaves no trace offers new opportunities for unique and fleeting experiences. - **Ephemeral Sculptures:** The creation of sculptures made from ice, which naturally melt over time, allows for the exploration of impermanence and the beauty of transience. - **Sustainable Art:** Creating artwork from eco-friendly materials such as ice demonstrates a commitment to environmental consciousness and encourages viewers to reflect on the impact of human activities on nature. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Public Art:** The field of public art can explore the concept of temporary installations, allowing artists to engage with a wider audience and create impactful experiences in public spaces. - **Event Planning:** Event planners and organizers can incorporate ephemeral ice sculptures into their events to provide unique and memorable experiences for attendees. - **Environmental Art:** Artists and organizations focused on environmental issues can utilize ice sculptures as a medium to raise awareness about climate change and the fragility of our environment. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Digital Archetype Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christian-rex-van-minnen-1.md) - [Ice Cube Necklaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ice-cube-necklace.md) - [Statement Street Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/surreal-street-art-1.md) - [Artful Activism Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snowflake-exhibition.md) - [Sea Level-Measuring Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/totemy-series.md) - [Sculptural Public Seating](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sculptural-public-seating.md) - [Inflatable Vibrant Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forest-dancer.md) - [Interactive Marine Ecosystem Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marine-ecosystem-sculptures.md) - [Iced Car Showrooms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iced-car-showroom.md)