# Sculptural Still-Life Photography The Glazed Image Series by Ursula Persiani Plays With Color By Jana Pijak | Published 2013-05-21 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ursula-persiani References: [lanciatrendvisions](http://www.lanciatrendvisions.com/en/article/glazed-by-ursula-persiani-still-life-comes-alive) & [ursulapersiani](http://ursulapersiani.com) Entitled 'Glazed' this image series by Ursula Persiani captures [still-life subject matter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/painting-exhibition) of various fruit combinations. The Italian photographer resurrects 16th Century artwork with the help of mixed color mediums that feature a shiny painted finish. Ursula Persiani captures a series of freshly glazed objects that she places on [vase bases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alien-vases) made from recycled plastic materials. These angular vase designs are juxtaposed against the rich and rounded shapes of fruit and vegetable objects and give this image series an unexpected visual element of surprise. The striking 'Glazed' image series by the talented Italian photographer is a contemporary take on retro era artwork. Redefining a traditional still-life aesthetic, Persiani creates vivid art works that are [sculptural and multi-dimensional](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pure-exhibition). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.6/10 - Popularity: 8% | Activity: 3% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## 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 Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Sculptural Still-life Art:** Exploring the intersection of sculpture and still-life photography with surprising visual elements. - **Innovative Color-mixing Techniques:** Experimenting with mixed color mediums to create shiny painted finishes with an unexpected twist. - **Sustainable Vase Design:** Creating angular vase shapes made from recycled plastic materials for a more eco-friendly approach to still-life photography. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fine Art Photography:** Opportunities for photographers to redefine traditional still-life aesthetics through unique sculptural elements and mixed media techniques. - **Visual Arts Education:** Incorporating sustainable design practices into still-life photography curriculums to inspire a more conscious approach to art making. - **Sustainable Design:** Exploring the potential of recycled plastic materials in creating innovative and eco-friendly vase designs for still-life photography sets. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Candy-Like Colorful Glass Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gele-series.md) - [Experimental Pottery Vessels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gourd-project.md) - [Human Torso-Inspired Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lene-bdker.md) - [Artful Ethereal Iridescent Resin](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/objects-of-common-interest.md) - [Digital Archetype Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christian-rex-van-minnen-1.md) - [Paper Curvature Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paper-curves.md) - [Fruit-Inspired Design Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soft-grounds.md) - [Venetian Baked Glass Housewares](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arte-veneziana-melt.md) - [Sculptural Glass Lighting](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/upglas-collection.md)