# Grand Glittering Structures The 'Trophies' Exhibit by Ryan McGinness Shines Its Way to Perfection By Jaime Neely | Published 2011-05-30 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ryan-mcginness References: [hypebeast](http://hypebeast.com/2011/05/ryan-mcginness-trophies-exhibition-prism/) & [ryanmcginness](http://www.ryanmcginness.com/) The new 'Trophies' exhibit by Ryan McGinness that showcases a number of his pieces of art from his 'Women' series. At first glance, 'Trophies' by Ryan McGinness appears to be images, paintings and [sculptures of Greek men](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/split-bust), but upon closer examination, the stunning gold installations are unique representations of the female body. The exhibit features sculptures of "deconstructed figures that have been recombined to create [gold-painted aluminum sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ralph-pucci-pure-exhibition) in the image of the female form" that are surrounded by a variety of similarly shaped gold paintings on the walls. The exhibit by Ryan McGinness has a historic quality due to the way the women are presented as well as a modern feel as a result of the exhibit's use of only of one color. The exhibit is available to the public at [Prism](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Golf-Laser-Range-Finder) gallery in Hollywood, California. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 28% | Activity: 34% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Greek Men Representations:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop a new way to represent Greek men in art that challenges traditional norms and perspectives. - **Deconstructed Figurative Sculptures:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Utilize deconstruction techniques to create unique sculptures that challenge the traditional notions of the human form. - **Monochromatic Art Exhibits:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the potential of using a single color palette in art exhibits to create a visually impactful and cohesive experience. ### Who This Affects Most - **Art Galleries:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate interactive elements into art gallery spaces to enhance visitor engagement and create immersive experiences. - **Sculpture Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop new materials and techniques for manufacturing sculptures that offer greater versatility and artistic expression. - **Art Education:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate new teaching methods and technologies in art education to challenge traditional conventions and nurture creative thinking. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sculptural Gallery Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kennedy-yanko.md) - [Psychedelic Sculptural Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frank-stella-recent-sculpture.md) - [Sculptural Design Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pure-exhibition.md) - [CD-Comprised Towering Art Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stratagems.md) - [Glass Beaded Intricate Artworks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/painting-exhibition.md) - [Gem-Like Sculptural Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cylindrical-lenses.md) - [Archeology-Exploring Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/andreas-angelidakis1.md) - [Artful Suspended Fashion Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/invisible-figures.md) - [Wonderous Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/your-psychoacoustic-light-ensemble.md)