With today’s Midjourney prompt we are going to create some super-cool street art using recycled waste.
Recycling Installation Art
Installation art is a form of contemporary art in which three-dimensional works are often site-specific and designed to transform the perception of a space. Given the increasing concern about environmental sustainability and waste reduction, many artists have turned to using recycled materials in their installations. These materials can range from everyday items to industrial waste, depending on the artist's intention and the message they aim to convey.
Some popular recycled materials used in installation art include:
1. Plastic: Plastic waste, such as bottles, bags, and other discarded items, are frequently used because of their prevalence and the environmental problems they present. Artists might melt, reshape, or join them together to create larger structures or even immersive environments.
2. Metal Scraps: These can range from discarded machinery parts to soda cans. The durability of metal allows artists to build significant structures or sculptures.
3. Textiles: Old clothing, discarded fabric, and other textile wastes find new life in installations. They can be sewn, layered, or stretched to create varied effects.
4. E-waste: Discarded electronics like computers, televisions, and mobile phones are becoming increasingly common in contemporary installation art. They address issues of consumerism and technology obsolescence.
5. Paper and Cardboard: Old books, newspapers, and cardboard packaging can be transformed into intricate sculptures or even large-scale installations. They can be folded, cut, or stacked to achieve various forms and textures.
6. Glass: Broken or discarded glass items can be incorporated into installations. The reflective and refractive qualities of glass offer a unique aesthetic.
7. Natural Materials: While not "recycled" in the conventional sense, materials like driftwood, bones, or discarded shells are repurposed from their natural environments to create art.
8. Household Items: From old furniture to kitchen utensils, artists use various household items to convey messages about domesticity, memory, and the passage of time.
The use of recycled materials in installation art often carries a dual purpose. On one hand, artists can communicate powerful messages about consumerism, waste, and the environment. On the other, these materials provide unique textures, colors, and forms that might not be easily achieved with traditional art materials.
Incorporating recycled materials into installation art has expanded the horizons of artistic expression and has given artists a means to engage in direct commentary on pressing global issues. As society becomes more conscious of its ecological footprint, it's likely that the trend of using recycled materials in art will continue to grow.
Example Images
We are adding a touch of darkness to our images. Here’s what I mean….
Midjourney Prompt
So here’s the prompt I used:
Base Prompt
how to make a street art [SUBJECT] using recycled junk, 3d, installation, biomorphic street art, colorful, monumental --ar 3:2
/settings: Version 5.2 and Stylize Med.
So for the example images, the subject was:
woman
monkey
mona lisa
elephant
dinosaur
cyborg
batman
What Next?
As always, make the prompt your own and try playing with the subjects.
My favourites from today: two ‘banksy’ pieces ….
And Finally
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