# Sustainably Illuminated Art The Water Light Graffiti Installation is Responsibly Innovative By Jana Pijak | Published 2012-08-21 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/water-light-graffiti-installation References: [frameweb](http://www.frameweb.com/news/water-light-graffiti-installation-by-antonin-fourneau) & [digitalarti](http://www.digitalarti.com/blog/artlab) The [Water Light Graffiti Installation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aqua-gallery) is the work of artist Antonin Fourneau. The brightly illuminated sculpture aims to leave a mark on Paris streets while addressing the important issue of light pollution. Often criticized for their use of environmentally damaging lights architects, artists and designers are reconsidering the way they illuminate structures, spaces and heavily populated urban environments. This sustainable art piece was created by Antonin during his residency at Paris' Digitalarti Artlab. The striking installation is meant to engage its viewer, allowing one to interact with its light and to leave a customized mark on their city. The Water Light Graffiti installation project is made up of a [sustainable LED-based surface](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/geolectric-lantern) that forms light patterns when reacting to water. This fun art wall is a hit amongst individuals of all ages, allowing anyone to make [personalized light paintings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/personalized-light-art). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 50% | Activity: 50% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Sustainable Illumination:** Opportunity for architects, artists, and designers to shift towards eco-friendly lighting innovations for urban environments. - **Interactive Light Installations:** Installation spaces that allow viewers to interact with illuminated art pieces are becoming increasingly popular. - **Reimagining Public Art:** Artists are rethinking the way they create art to make a positive impact on their community, such as addressing environmental issues through artistic expression. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Architecture:** Opportunity for architects to design buildings that integrate sustainable lighting solutions. - **Art:** Opportunity for artists to create eco-friendly and interactive light installations. - **Environmental Conservation:** Opportunity for organizations to support public art projects that address sustainability and environmental issues. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Illuminating Park Installation Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waterfront-park.md) - [Dynamic Interactive Lighting Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zava.md) - [Intricate Lighting Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/objects-of-common-interest1.md) - [Illuminated Curtained Light Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/making-the-invisible-visible.md) - [Multi-Sensory Art Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arcadia-earth-toronto-benjamin-von-wong.md) - [Suspended Lighting Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/suspended-lighting-installation.md) - [Eclipse-Themed Rooftop Artworks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arc-zero.md) - [Wonderous Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/your-psychoacoustic-light-ensemble.md) - [Immersive Illuminated Artistic Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lumino1.md)