# Multicolored Aerial Sculptures This TED Conference Sculpture Responds to Nature and Technology By Davina Sinnatamby | Published 2014-03-18 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ted-conference-sculpture References: [thecreatorsproject.vice](http://thecreatorsproject.vice.com/blog/the-ted-summits-living-breathing-sculptures-that-respond-to-nature) & [vancitybuzz](http://www.vancitybuzz.com/2014/03/ted-conference-aerial-sculpture-unveiled-colours-change-waving-mobile-devices-photos/) This year's TED Conference sculpture, 'Skies Painted with Unnumbered Sparks' in Vancover, Canada, is a 745-foot long [aerial sculpture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/piloti-canopy), created by Massachusetts-based artist Janet Echelman. The project was funded by the artist herself. She believes the sculpture is "like a custom-knitted sweater for the city." The high-tech fishing net sculpture blends in with the sky during the day and lights up at night with a series of [powerful projectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shapes-of-light). The [interactive art piece](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folding-landscape) lets you control the light in real-time by waving your phone in front of the sculpture. The shape-shifting piece is also controlled by the wind. The conference begins today and goes until the 21st of March. The sculpture will remain at the conference until the 22nd and will then be taken to other cities for showcasing. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.0/10 - Popularity: 62% | Activity: 50% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Modern](https://www.trendhunter.com/modern) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Interactive Aerial Sculptures:** Creating interactive art pieces that respond to user input and environmental factors. - **High-tech Visual Installations:** Utilizing technology to enhance visual installations, creating captivating experiences for viewers. - **Mobile-controlled Art:** Developing art installations that can be manipulated and controlled through mobile devices. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Art and Design:** Exploring new possibilities in the creation of captivating and interactive art experiences. - **Event Planning and Conferences:** Incorporating innovative visual installations to enhance the overall experience and atmosphere of conferences and events. - **Tourism and City Showcasing:** Using unique and captivating art installations to promote tourism and showcase cities. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Immersive Climate Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/remembering-the-future.md) - [Unique Interactive Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-aurora.md) - [Interactive Light Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/helix.md) - [Inflatable Vibrant Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forest-dancer.md) - [Eclipse-Themed Rooftop Artworks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arc-zero.md) - [Reflective Public Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flowers-and-butterflies-are-dancing.md) - [Kinetic Waterfront Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waterfront-installation.md) - [Interactive Marine Ecosystem Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marine-ecosystem-sculptures.md) - [Physics-Informed Digital Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/motion-sculpture.md)