# Organic Rope Sculptures Janiana Mello Landini and Daniel's 'Ciclotrama' Series is Nature-Themed By Jana Pijak | Published 2015-06-12 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rope-sculpture References: [fubiz.net](http://www.fubiz.net/2015/06/11/ropes-turning-into-trees-installations/) & [mellolandini](http://www.mellolandini.com/) 'Ciclotrama' is a series of organic rope sculptures that draw inspiration from nature. The art pieces are created by [Brazilian artists](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lightness-tension) Janiana Mello Landini and Daniel who collaborated on the tree-inspired project. Resembling leafless trees, these rope sculptures transform from branched elements into piles of rope and are displayed in a way that is intriguing and visually bold. Hung atop canvases and on walls, Janiana Mello Landini and Daniel's art pieces are a contemporary translation of nature. They also act as a social commentary on the fleeting state of our environment and are somewhat melancholic in their overall aesthetic. Illustrating the passage of time, the [tree-inspired sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/abney-effect) are tangled to represent the varying paths one can take in their life. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.2/10 - Popularity: 88% | Activity: 90% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% 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) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Nature-inspired Art:** Opportunity for artists to create sculptures and artworks inspired by the beauty and complexity of nature. - **Environmental Consciousness:** Growing trend of incorporating social and environmental commentary into artistic creations as a way to raise awareness. - **Abstract Sculptures:** Increasing popularity of sculptural art pieces that explore unconventional and abstract forms and materials. ### Where This Applies - **Art and Design:** Artists, designers, and galleries can capitalize on the trend of nature-inspired art to create unique and engaging art installations. - **Environmental Advocacy:** Organizations and individuals working towards environmental conservation can utilize art as a powerful medium to communicate their message and engage audiences. - **Home Decor:** Trend of abstract sculptures provides opportunities for home decor businesses to offer unique and statement-making pieces that can enhance interior spaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Climbing Rope-Crafted Furniture Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/entwined-objects.md) - [Sophisticated Upcycled Home Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/basket-sculptures.md) - [Resin Gravity Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-great-tree.md) - [Human Torso-Inspired Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lene-bdker.md) - [Sculptural Mixed-Media Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folded-echoes.md) - [Outdoor Floral Sculpture Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sculptures-at-kew-gardens.md) - [Blooming Clustered Art Forms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/structural-botany.md) - [Delicate Basket Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/basket-sculpture.md) - [Human Embraced-Inspired Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wallmounted-sculpture.md)