Why Fiberglass Sculptures Are The Trend In Art Circles

When it comes to filling an empty space, say in your house, garden, patio, park or an office, installing an eye catching sculpture is arguably the best way to go about it. A sculpture not only helps to enhance the visual appeal of a place but thoughtfully connects the viewer to the imagery displayed. It also provides the much needed amusement to children and spreads an all round feel good factor. Although sculptures are made from a number of materials such as concrete, plastic, burnt clay, stone etc., the ones made from fiberglass stand apart for a slew of reasons:

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Durability:-

Is fiberglass more durable than concrete? Yes, for this material made from molten glass can last a long time withstanding the vagaries of nature like extreme cold, heat, frost and rain. If left untouched, a fiberglass sculpture can stand in splendid isolation without developing a crack or bent for a long period of time. This is in stark contrast to concrete that can develop a crack, break in parts or lose its sheen and colour with time. 

Fits into complex patterns:-

Try making a concrete statue with complex patterns, chances are the final shape will be quite far from the one envisioned. This is due to the thick layers of concrete that refuse to fit perfectly into a complex mould with several twists and turns. On the other hand, the best part about using fiberglass is its ability to easily fit into a mould of any size and shape. No matter how intricate or complex the design is, fiberglass can easily bring the final shape into all its glory.

Sculpting Buddha statue

Versatility:-

Want sculptures to adorn a children’s park, an office, a museum, a library, a mansion, or a zoological garden? Think of the ones made of fiberglass as a solution. The material can easily lend itself to create a variety of characters, be it from history, mythology, sports, art, or fiction. For example, make a dinosaur to decorate the open space outside a museum, a giant alligator leading to a zoological garden, a comical character or a teddy bear in a kindergarten or an aeroplane in the precincts of an airport to name a few. 

In fact, you can create a design of your choice on a computer all by yourself or by engaging a professional designer and send the same to a sculpture manufacturer with all the required specifications related to size, shape and colour. You will be pleasantly surprised to see your vision turn into reality. 

Modern art?

If you have seen a modern art you must have been intrigued by its complex design patterns. A modern artist can create unusual imagery out of his or her imagination to make a statement. Fiberglass thus can be the best medium for experimentation and give shape (realistic or futuristic) to one’s imagination. 

Easy to move around:-

The nightmare for an artist is to see his or her dream sculpture developing a crack or even breaking while being transported. On the other hand, the durability of a fiberglass sculpture would mean the same could be easily lifted from one place to another without suffering any damage.

Conclusion:-

Sculptures made of fiberglass are best suited in today’s milieu for their durability, versatility, and cost effectiveness.