2022  •  7 x 11"  Show size

Non-recyclable trash on canvas

The artwork is a powerful and innovative testament to environmental awareness and political representation. It is crafted from non-recyclable trash on canvas, including various discarded materials such as fabric, buttons, plastic flatware, and greeting cards. This piece embodies a striking juxtaposition of waste and significance. This artwork challenges viewers to reconsider their relationship with waste and consumption while celebrating Owolewa’s historic achievement by repurposing non-recyclable trash into art. Overall, this artwork pays homage to Adeoye “Oye” Owolewa’s groundbreaking representation and serves as a poignant commentary on environmental sustainability and the power of creativity to transform the ordinary into the extraordinary.