Designing Immersive Art Installations for Events

Begin the course by getting to know installation artist Tiffany Lusteg. She talks through the creative career that led from her working in textiles to creating art installations for hotels, events, and more. Discover the influences that inspire the work she creates.

Find inspiration for your design and create a mood board that provides a cohesive direction and color scheme for your installation. Use your inspiration to create the initial sketches. Then turn your drawings into digital renderings, using Procreate to create organic forms and shapes. Format your designs in Illustrator, ensuring the dimensions of your installation are to scale. Export the final designs and create a proposal to present to a potential client.

See how to source materials for your project before preparing for the fabrication process by cutting the wooden panels, adding hardware, and more. Then it’s time to assemble your piece and sand the seams for a professional end result. Install the wire mesh for your floral elements, paint your piece, and install a fiber of choice, before incorporating foliage and florals.

Learn how to create additional decorative elements that complement your installation, like table decorations and sculptures. To finish the course, Tiffany gives her advice for sharing your work on social media and pursuing a career as an installation artist.