Tardigrade World
-Sustianable Art Innovation: Research Assembly
Tardigrade World
-Sustianable Art Innovation: Research Assembly
AUCKLAND COMMUNITY
RECYCLING CENTRES
ART RESIDENCY
The Artists
Now I'm able to construct basic circuits and appropriate existing ones as a way to incorporate more dynamic electrical responses in my artifacts. The studio was equipped with multimeters and soldering irons to which helped the upskilling process to bridge to artistic craftsmanship.
I feel much more careful about acquiring new/virgin materials, and much more cautious about 'discarding' old things. I have started to research the wider systematic (economic/technological/cultural) issues that causes such piling of 'used things', and went down a learning-by-doing de-tour into repairing vintage sewing machines and the online communities which support such hopeful culture.
My output of 'The Open-Source Sewing Lab' and the 'Creative Mending Circle' event were small steps in this re-orientations of using artistic practice as a way of changing the culture of living.”
The Cuator
We are excited to announce a groundbreaking art residency programme at [Recycling Centre Name], designed as an experiment in transdisciplinary collaboration and creative exploration. This residency invites artists, designers, and researchers from diverse fields to immerse themselves in the unique environment of a recycling centre, where the intersection of art, sustainability, and social innovation comes to life.
During this residency, participants will engage deeply with the materials, processes, and narratives that define our relationship with waste and consumption. By working directly with recycled materials and collaborating with the centre’s staff, participants will explore new ways to transform discarded objects into thought-provoking artworks, fostering a dialogue between art and sustainability.
This residency aims to push the boundaries of traditional art practices by integrating disciplines such as environmental science, urban studies, sociology, and technology. It is an opportunity to challenge conventional notions of waste, value, and creativity, and to contribute to a larger conversation about the future of our planet.
The outcomes of this residency will be showcased in an exhibition, offering the public a chance to engage with the innovative and impactful works produced during the programme. We believe that this experiment in transdisciplinary study will inspire new ways of thinking and creating, leading to meaningful change in how we perceive and interact with our environment.
We invite you to join us on this journey of discovery, creativity, and transformation.