BALLOON MAN 2015

yinkashonibare

2d character

3d sculpting

3d printed part

child design

3d character model

sculptural image

child character design

cartoon carciture

3d character modeling

3d concept

"BALLOON MAN" (2015) is a sculpture by the British-Nigerian artist Yinka Shonibare. The artwork features a figure dressed in colorful, patterned fabric, balancing precariously on one leg while being lifted by a cluster of brightly colored balloons. The sculpture is a commentary on identity, globalization, and the complexities of human experience. The figure's attire, reminiscent of traditional African dress, suggests a connection to cultural heritage, while the balloons symbolize ambition, aspirations, and the potential for flight. Shonibare's work often explores themes of colonialism, post-colonialism, and the ongoing dialogue between Western and non-Western cultures.