# Minimalist Wireframe Sculptures These 3D Art Works by Sara Barker Evoke a Fragile Aesthetic By Jana Pijak | Published 2013-11-12 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sara-barker References: [lanciatrendvisions](http://www.lanciatrendvisions.com/en/article/hypnotic-fragilities-the-sculptures-of-sara-barker) & [saatchigallery](http://saatchigallery.com/artists/sara_barker) Entitled 'Hypnotic Fragilities' this series of [wireframe sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barred-collection) by Glasgow-based artist Sara Barker embraces a minimalist visual aesthetic. The linear structures are constructed out of thin aluminum and steel materials that are molded to create 3D rectangular figures. The pieces resemble free-form sketches that one would draw using ink. When creating her art works, sculptor Sara Barker aims to challenge gravity by building [delicately layered compositions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folded-echoes) that appear to float freely. Sara pushes the boundaries of her chosen materials and transforms the frigidity and strength of metal into fragility. The structural shells of her pieces are accented with [subtly splattered watercolor applications](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-ferro-capsule) that are pay tribute to the Victorian literature and art works of cultural greats Eva Hesse, Louise Bourgeois and Matisse. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.1/10 - Popularity: 21% | Activity: 5% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Live Arts](https://www.trendhunter.com/livearts) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Minimalist Wireframe Sculptures:** Opportunity for artists and designers to explore the use of lightweight materials in constructing delicate and visually appealing sculptures. - **Delicately Layered Compositions:** Opportunity for architects and builders to create structures that challenge gravity and appear to float freely using thin and lightweight materials. - **Influences From Victorian Literature and Art:** Opportunity for writers, visual artists, and designers to draw inspiration from Victorian literature and art and incorporate subtle references into their creations. ### Who This Affects Most - **Art:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for artists to experiment with minimalist wireframe sculptures and push the boundaries of traditional materials and techniques. - **Design:** Opportunity for designers to incorporate delicate structures and lightweight materials into their creations, creating visually appealing and innovative designs. - **Architecture:** Opportunity for architects and builders to explore new construction techniques and create structures that defy gravity and evoke a sense of weightlessness. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Intersecting Dimensional Art Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diorama.md) - [Human Embraced-Inspired Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wallmounted-sculpture.md) - [Sculptural Experimental Artforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ladder-series.md) - [Human Torso-Inspired Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lene-bdker.md) - [Artful Suspended Fashion Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/invisible-figures.md) - [Sophisticated Upcycled Home Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/basket-sculptures.md) - [Sculptural Paper Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fragmenti.md) - [Modern Poertic Ceramics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/virginia-sin.md) - [Delicate Basket Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/basket-sculpture.md)