08/06/2008

WHEN GARBAGE TURNS INTO ART

Worn-out objects thrown in the sea, materials recycled and given back by the sea, often abandoned on the shore… until an artist passing by picks them up and gives them new life, transforming trash in fishes, flowers, bodies. This is Junk Collection concept, garbage turned into works of art thanks to the meticulous assemblying of pieces founded in the sea, without adding or removing anything. An idea by Marillina Fortuna, Milan-based artist selected by MyOwnGallery for the International Environment Festival, an initiative supported by Comune di Milano, Provincia di Milano and Regione Lombardia on their way towards the Expo 2015; an attempt to promote a scientific and political reflection upon the most pressing problems of our age concerning climate changes, mobility, green energy, eco-housing. On display at "Villaggio Sostenibile" in Piazza del Cannone, Castello Sforzesco, from June 5th -11th.