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Politically Charged Art Exhibits

This Exhibition Features Ai Weiwei's Most Thought-Provoking Work

— September 30, 2015 — Art & Design
Chinese artist and activist Ai Weiwei has become renowned for his politically charged, thought-provoking work. For a limited time, the Royal Academy of Arts is celebrating some of his most visionary artworks.

Although a celebrated artist in the rest of the world, Ai Weiwei has a bad relationship with his home country. His criticisms of China have become the inspiration for this collection. The collection is comprised of the artist's most thought-provoking and controversial art. The thematic content of his home country is made clear with the first exhibit which is a collage of forests, mountains, ruins and earthquake-ravaged schools.

Apart from the deeply personal and emotional aspect of the exhibit, the focus was on transforming materials to alter their meanings. Examples of this include a child's stroller stranded by a sea of glass marbles and conjoined bicycles that form an extravagant chandelier.
Trend Themes
1. Politically-charged Art - Disruptive innovation opportunities could arise from creating politically-charged art exhibits that challenge societal norms and provoke dialogue.
2. Thought-provoking Artworks - Exploring thought-provoking artworks that evoke emotions and push boundaries can lead to disruptive innovation in the art industry.
3. Transformation of Materials - There is potential for disruptive innovation by transforming materials to create unconventional art pieces that challenge traditional perceptions.
Industry Implications
1. Art Exhibitions - The art exhibition industry can benefit from embracing politically-charged and thought-provoking exhibits that attract diverse audiences.
2. Activism and Art - The intersection of activism and art presents opportunities for disruptive innovation that amplifies social and political messages.
3. Art Materials and Techniques - Innovations in art materials and techniques can enable artists to transform ordinary objects into extraordinary works of art with deep meaning.
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