# Abstract Silo Murals These Grain Silos in Australia Boast a New Vibrant Paint Job By Rebecca Byers | Published 2015-05-08 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/silo-mural References: [hypebeast](http://hypebeast.com/2015/5/hense-giant-mural-on-grain-silos-in-western-australia) This epic silo mural painted on a series of towering concrete grain silos is an unexpected delight and a welcome site in the Western Australian countryside. The [abstract work](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/humanise-wall) is on a stretch of four silos and was funded by the public. Belonging to the CBH Group, the enormous grain silos are brought to life thanks to Atlanta-based artist HENSE. The mural is HENSE's largest work to date. This [stunning, curious installation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iwagumi-air-scape) is stands out against the sun-bleached hills in the background and even against the grey skies. Once a dismal, barren sight, this silo mural has completely enlivened the view and can even be considered a well-calculated marketing move on the part of the CBH Group. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.1/10 - Popularity: 54% | Activity: 60% | 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) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Mural Tourism:** The trend towards public art installations and the desire for unique travel experiences presents an opportunity for tourism businesses to market mural sites like these silos to travelers. - **Community-funded Art Projects:** Crowdfunding and community engagement in public art projects is a growing trend that could provide funding and support for similar large-scale art installations. - **Colorful Industrial Design:** The use of bright colors and abstract designs in industrial design is a trend that can make a big impact and create a visually appealing atmosphere. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Tourism:** The tourism industry can benefit from promoting destinations with unique and visually striking public art installations. - **Crowdfunding:** The crowdfunding industry can support and raise funding for community-funded public art projects. - **Industrial Design:** The industrial design industry can incorporate bright colors and abstract designs into their products and environments to create a distinctive aesthetic. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Vibrant City Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/craig-karl2.md) - [Street Art-Inspired Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/met-rooftop.md) - [Statement Street Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/surreal-street-art-1.md) - [Confectionary Graffiti Murals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jolly-rancher-gummie.md) - [Gas Rig Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/striking-art-installation.md) - [Mural Design Assistants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/art-by-squares.md) - [Community-Inspired Colorful Substations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brent-cross-town.md) - [Interactive Summer Murals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jacquie-comrie.md) - [Art-Promoting Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beige-billboards.md)