We are surrounded by nature that inspires us to be creative. There is art in nature as nature in itself is a work of art. Adults and children alike can tap on the gifts of Mother Nature and create beautiful artwork, using their imagination to produce unique pieces. Parents can nurture their child’s inner artist by exposing them to various items in their natural environment that they can use to create artwork.
Ephemeral art is an art form that is inspired by nature. It does not last for a long time and may only happen once, a fleeting work of art captured but gone after a short while. You can use countless items to create art pieces, from leaves to pebbles, the bark of trees to sand and shells. Endless possibilities abound as you use your creativity to transform these items into something rare and beautiful. There is no need to utilize other art materials such as paint or paper to create ephemeral art. All you need is your imagination and the natural resources you have around you, and you’re all set to go.
Ephemeral art forms to explore
Sandcastles
Sandcastles are a type of ephemeral art that cannot last for too long. The wind and the waves can easily wash them away. Just the same, the process of creating sandcastles is detailed, especially for those who make complex designs, taking hours and hours to construct. It may even require several people to create this temporary masterpiece. Sandcastles are typically made from dirty sand rather than the unspoiled, pristine grains as they adhere to each other better. Because of how complicated sandcastles can be to make, sandcastle competitions are held on beaches where crowds of people come to view some of the most amazing sandcastles. The very temporary nature of the artwork requires photos taken to keep the memory forever.
Ice Sculpture
Plush hotels have ice sculptures on display at their buffet tables, and you can get a glimpse of the artistry behind the little details that go into sculpting figures from ice. In addition, people can view more ornate ice sculptures in many countries, such as Quebec’s winter festival or the northern part of China, which experiences temperatures below 40 degrees. For this type of ephemeral art, specific tools are required to create ice sculptures, including chain saws, hand saws, bit drills, tongs, etc. The artists also need to wear gloves and rubber boots because of the extreme cold of the ice block and the hours spent in creating their sculptures. Competitions are also held to acknowledge the talents behind the spectacular ice figures made.
Floral carpet
Floral carpets are some of the most spectacular ephemeral art types. They are a feast for the eyes with their rich array of colors covering broad surfaces and can be viewed from a reasonable distance. The floral carpet uses flowers and petals or utilizes dyed sawdust to produce the artwork. There are many impressive floral carpets worldwide, drawing tourists to view them up close and take pleasure surrounded by the beautiful landscape. From Germany to England and Rome, floral carpets in various areas are artworks residents take pride in and something you would not want to miss.
While ephemeral art is temporary, it is indeed an art form worth exploring. Families can bond with their creativity to create beautiful art pieces from the free gifts that nature offers.
Photo Attribution:
1st and featured image from https://pixabay.com/photos/stone-pattern-a-heart-sand-love-3589223/
2nd image from https://pixabay.com/photos/ice-sculpture-pink-snow-winter-3898437/
