# Illuminated Crane Symphonies These Shipyard Cranes are Arranged into a Colourful Dance By Michael Baxter | Published 2014-05-28 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shipyard-cranes References: [sploid.gizmodo](http://sploid.gizmodo.com/these-colored-shipyard-cranes-dance-is-unexpectedly-bea-1581943363) & [skira.hr](http://www.skira.hr/) Shipyard cranes aren't typically the most exciting, graceful or beautiful things out there, but this artistic set-up is as picturesque as it comes. With some lighting and some choice music, artist Skira has created something beautiful out of something typically rugged. When it comes to [big, live art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clock-house) there's many ways you can go about it. Kira took it upon herself to juxtapose the large, metal majesty of a group of cranes, soften it up a little bit and give it motion through the power of song. Through the use of [74 RGB lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/impulse-collection) of varied intensities, Skira was able to make the lights on the crane dance along. It's crazy to think that by simply adding [colour and light](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miror-collection) to something you can truly create something moving ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.4/10 - Popularity: 1% | Activity: 3% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Artistic Installations:** There is a growing trend of creating artistic installations in unconventional locations, such as shipyards, to transform industrial environments into visually appealing and engaging spaces. - **Integration of Technology:** Integrating technology, such as RGB lights, into traditional industrial elements opens up new possibilities for immersive experiences and creative expressions. - **Sensory Experiences:** Creating sensory experiences by combining music, lights, and motion can evoke emotional responses and captivate audiences in unique ways. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Art and Entertainment:** The art and entertainment industry can explore the use of industrial spaces as unconventional canvases to create immersive visual and sensory experiences for audiences. - **Event Production:** Event production companies can incorporate technology and artistic installations to enhance the atmosphere and create memorable events in various settings, including industrial environments. - **Urban Revitalization:** Urban revitalization initiatives can leverage artistic installations and the integration of technology to transform industrial areas into vibrant and attractive spaces that engage the community. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Interactive Kinetic Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/interactive-kinetic-sculptures.md) - [Wind-Powered Light Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fractal-swarm.md) - [Reflective Public Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flowers-and-butterflies-are-dancing.md) - [Kinetic Light Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/totem-de-luz.md) - [Inflatable Vibrant Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forest-dancer.md) - [Stunningly Intricate Light Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shapes-of-light.md) - [Orchestral-Themed Lighting Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/symphony-collection.md) - [Musical-Themed Kinetic Structures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daydreamer.md) - [Urban Soundscape Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moment-installation.md)