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Ocean Pain
Created a wearable sculpture using ocean waste to highlight the effects of plastic pollution on marine life. Designed a human-worn sculpture made from repurposed plastic, simulating how ocean debris entangles and deforms marine creatures. A conceptual art piece bridging fashion and environmental activism.
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Problem
How can we use wearable design to raise awareness about the environmental impact of ocean plastic waste?
Process
- Concept Development: Explored the effects of plastic pollution on marine life, translating deformities caused by entanglement into human-worn sculptures.
- Material Experimentation: Used plastic waste materials, such as fishnet-like structures made from repurposed plastic bags and bottle rings, to simulate the constraints imposed on marine animals.
- Wearable Execution:Constructed a piece that physically restricts movement, forcing the wearer to experience the discomfort imposed on sea creatures by plastic pollution.
Solution
A thought-provoking wearable sculpture that physically represents the suffering of marine animals entangled in plastic waste.
Outcome
Public Engagement: Sparked discussions on ocean conservation and human empathy for marine life.
Exhibition Recognition: Successfully showcased as part of an environmental awareness initiative.
This project exemplifies the use of wearable art as a medium for environmental activism and storytelling.
