Endangered Panda
Description Drawing attention to the endangered panda bear, this mosaic sculpture is crafted entirely from repurposed materials, echoing a powerful message about conservation. The inner core features a discarded teddy bear, that has been reconstructed using plastic packaging and cups. It is then enveloped in tinfoil and secured with cement. The exterior is mosaics with recycled tiles, skillfully arranged to capture the soft, delicate essence of a young bear. Embellished with tiled grass and bamboo sprigs, this artwork not only celebrates the pandas beauty but also serves as a poignant reminder of their endangered status, harmonizing art and environmental consciousness.
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Width: 14in
Depth: 22in
Amber Smith
Passionate about the environment and those that live in it; Amber J Smith has created the Endangered Collection, which uses recycled materials to explore the condition of being on the verge of extinction from different perspectives. In our contemporary society danger can come from multiple sources and people can be at the same time victims and perpetrators. My art practice reflects on the ecological impact of plastic use, underscoring how our planet, and those living on it, are facing a great danger. I then move my attention to social injustice, addressing the wealth gap and highlighting how some people, in this case homeless people, are marginalized, forgotten and discarded. Lastly, I dive deep into the personal sphere showing the impact of contemporary life on one’s mental health. All these different stages of exploration aim to raise awareness to the threats that our contemporary lifestyle poses to our environment, our social fabric, and our personal wellbeing; even to the point that humankind is becoming an endangered species. The endangered collection wants to inspire the audience to take action against those threats, acting as a community to preserve vulnerable people and protect the environment.
Email: as.meraki.art@gmail.com
Website: Www.asmerakiartstudio.com
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