Underwater Theme
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Underwater Theme
October 2015
An underwater theme is one of the most creative and fascinating to explore, whether you are planning an event or if you are an artist, creating an incomparable visual impact.
The sea and its pictorial representation has been one of the most established art genres for many centuries. From the classical, serene seascapes by Fitz Hugh Lane to the contemporary visualisations of Richard Diebenkorn and the modern work of Damien Hirst.
The sea is also used as a canvas by world renowned artists, such as Jason de Caires Taylor, showcasing their work underwater. In 2006, Taylor founded and create the world’s first underwater sculpture park, that is now listed as one of the Top 25 Wonders of the World by National Geographic. His art is like no other; a paradox of creation, constructed to be integrated into the ocean and transformed from inert objects into living breathing ecosystems.
In fashion, we’ve seen many designers inspired by the mystical underwater world, portraying it in their collections or runway settings.
In one of Chanel’s fashion shows we saw how runway design can draw its inspiration from the sea, showcasing a myriad of larger-than-life sea creatures and coral reefs. The dramatic scene was enhanced by iridescent drapes enclosing the performance and transforming the Grand Palais of Paris into an ethereal environment.
The Italian fashion brand Versace created an entire collection around a sub-aquatic theme. It translated into starfish and seahorses that appeared in prints, studs and as sequin embellishment that gave the collection an other-worldly feel.
A dreamy, underwater theme was also used in the one of Mulberry’s campaigns. The models were surrounded by giant coral reefs and glossy floating bubbles, which portrayed a lunar landscape below the sea. The director of the shoot, Ronnie Cooke Newhouse described it as “a world that almost exists but may be more of a beautiful dream”.
An Underwater theme is also a popular choice for events. For example, Ocean-themed weddings draw on the exquisiteness and the magnificence of water to create a unique and memorable day. And if you feel adventurous, how about an underwater wedding ceremony? Believe it or not, they are a real thing.
Why do we love the sea? Is it because it stirs up so many powerful emotions within us? Or maybe because of its extreme vastness or purely because of its incredible splendour? Or perhaps because of its contradiction, powerful but serene, beautiful but dangerous. One thing is clear is that we have always been encouraged to explore the sea, being depicted as one of the universe’s greatest mysteries.
If you are planning to create a work of art or use the “ocean” as part of a set up contact our team to discuss your project.
Underwater Theme
An underwater theme is one of the most creative and fascinating to explore, whether you are planning an event or if you are an artist, creating an incomparable visual impact.
The sea and its pictorial representation has been one of the most established art genres for many centuries. From the classical, serene seascapes by Fitz Hugh Lane to the contemporary visualisations of Richard Diebenkorn and the modern work of Damien Hirst.
The sea is also used as a canvas by world renowned artists, such as Jason de Caires Taylor, showcasing their work underwater. In 2006, Taylor founded and create the world’s first underwater sculpture park, that is now listed as one of the Top 25 Wonders of the World by National Geographic. His art is like no other; a paradox of creation, constructed to be integrated into the ocean and transformed from inert objects into living breathing ecosystems.
In fashion, we’ve seen many designers inspired by the mystical underwater world, portraying it in their collections or runway settings.
In one of Chanel’s fashion shows we saw how runway design can draw its inspiration from the sea, showcasing a myriad of larger-than-life sea creatures and coral reefs. The dramatic scene was enhanced by iridescent drapes enclosing the performance and transforming the Grand Palais of Paris into an ethereal environment.
The Italian fashion brand Versace created an entire collection around a sub-aquatic theme. It translated into starfish and seahorses that appeared in prints, studs and as sequin embellishment that gave the collection an other-worldly feel.
A dreamy, underwater theme was also used in the one of Mulberry’s campaigns. The models were surrounded by giant coral reefs and glossy floating bubbles, which portrayed a lunar landscape below the sea. The director of the shoot, Ronnie Cooke Newhouse described it as “a world that almost exists but may be more of a beautiful dream”.
An Underwater theme is also a popular choice for events. For example, Ocean-themed weddings draw on the exquisiteness and the magnificence of water to create a unique and memorable day. And if you feel adventurous, how about an underwater wedding ceremony? Believe it or not, they are a real thing.
Why do we love the sea? Is it because it stirs up so many powerful emotions within us? Or maybe because of its extreme vastness or purely because of its incredible splendour? Or perhaps because of its contradiction, powerful but serene, beautiful but dangerous. One thing is clear is that we have always been encouraged to explore the sea, being depicted as one of the universe’s greatest mysteries.
If you are planning to create a work of art or use the “ocean” as part of a set up contact our team to discuss your project.