# Fascinating Fish Hook Murals 'Isla' by Yoan Capote is an Intricate Composition By Andrew Robertson | Published 2012-03-21 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yoan-capote1 References: [mymodernmet](http://www.mymodernmet.com/profiles/blogs/yoan-capote-isle-seascape-oil-nails-fishhooks) & [yoan-capote](http://www.yoan-capote.com/) Cuban artist Yoan Capote has a mesmerizing talent for creating [sublime sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neojomon-biomorphic-fantme) out of common, everyday utensils. From a distance, his latest creation ‘Isla’ appears to be a serene depiction of a calming seaside. Upon closer inspection, it’s revealed to be composed of nearly 500,000 [intertwining fishhooks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/painting-exhibition). According to mymodernmet.com, Yoan Capote said that, “I decided to use fishhooks in this series because I wanted to create a tension between beauty and seduction and danger and entrapment.” The dichotomy of sensations that the viewer experiences -- depending on their distance from the artwork -- speaks to the artist’s ability to understand and thus play off the audience’s sensual relationship towards his work. Alternating between tranquil and alarming, Isla by Yoan Capote is an [impressive work of art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pearl-jam), forcing its audience to engage with Isla’s message through an interpretation of fluctuating emotions. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.4/10 - Popularity: 41% | Activity: 24% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Everyday Object Art:** Using common utensils in unexpected and creative ways to make art. - **Sensory Manipulation:** Intentionally creating contradictory sensations for viewers to enhance engagement. - **Intricate Compositions:** Creating art using intricate and detailed designs. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Art and Design:** Opportunity for artists to utilize everyday objects in creative and unique ways and manipulate viewers' emotional responses. - **Tourism:** Potential to attract visitors to art exhibits featuring intricate and captivating compositions. - **Marketing and Advertising:** Opportunity to incorporate sensory manipulation techniques in advertising campaigns to enhance engagement and resonation with audiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sophisticated Upcycled Home Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/basket-sculptures.md) - [Interactive Kinetic Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/interactive-kinetic-sculptures.md) - [Textile Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/olga-de-amaral.md) - [Interactive Marine Ecosystem Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marine-ecosystem-sculptures.md) - [Otherworldly Wooden Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooden-sculptures-1.md) - [Paper-Made Mosaic Artwork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/real-life-architecture-exhibition.md) - [Textured Cast Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-scad.md) - [Monumental Cultural Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pearl-jam.md) - [Statement Street Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/surreal-street-art-1.md)