Creative Arts & Design Studio by Patrick Shearn of Poetic Kinetics
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Creative Arts & Design Studio by Patrick Shearn of Poetic Kinetics.
Patrick Shearn, Creative Director of Poetic Kinetics, is a visionary artist renowned for his captivating, large-scale public art installations that transform urban spaces and engage audiences around the globe. Fueled by a passion for exploring human connection, emotion, and our relationship with the natural world, Shearn creates immersive experiences that inspire wonder and introspection, captivating viewers on both visual and emotional levels.
120,000 Ribbons Wave Across the Former Footprint of the Berlin Wall in an Installation Marking 30 Years Since the Peaceful Revolution .
Shearn’s artistic career started in the film industry, on notable projects such as “Jurassic Park,” “Fight Club,” and “Interview with a Vampire,”. This experience nurtured his creative spirit and honed his technical prowess, ultimately leading him to establish Poetic Kinetics, a collective of talented artists.
Spanning 15,000 square feet, the installation Liquid Shard subtly sways above downtown Los Angeles’s Pershing SquareAbeer Seikaly, “Weaving a Home ” (2020), rendering at Al-Namara overlooking the Dead Sea, Jordan.Rael San Fratello, “Star Lounge” (2015), PLA plastic. Image courtesy of Andrew Kepinski
Butterflies are nature’s confetti, celebrating the joy of transformation and the beauty of fleeting moments. Which is why we loved creating #Catepillar‘sLonging for Coachella! #ThankfulThursdayRiver of Light, a captivating artwork by Patrick Shearn of Poetic Kinetics, graced Hong Kong’s Central Harbourfront as part of the Skynet Art Series. This 700-square-meter sculpture, composed of over 45,000 colorful sailcloth pieces, floated gracefully above the harbor, creating a stunning contrast against Central’s skyline. The light-reflecting band running through the artwork’s center symbolized a river connecting Hong Kong’s past, present, and future, embodying the city’s spirit of resilience, adaptability, and transformation. Displayed in Wan Chai from June 5 to June 15, 2021, the installation attracted over 70,000 visitors, showcasing the power of art to inspire and unite.
Shearn and his team at Poetic Kinetics are prolific creators. You can explore much more of their archive on the Poetic Kinetics website, and follow them on Instagram to keep up with their latest projects around the world.
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