Save the Amazon

Consumerism among Americans is recognized as a significant cultural trait in American society. This trait refers to the tendency to consume excessively and produce a large amount of waste, which has widespread impacts on the environment and society. Americans are generally seeking new experiences and entertainment, which can lead to excessive waste production.

One interesting aspect of this issue is that many American artists create creative and unique artworks using waste and recycled materials.

This type of art, known as recycled art or upcycling, not only helps in recycling waste materials back into the material cycle and preserving the environment but also demonstrates that art can be a powerful tool to address social and environmental issues. Through creativity and art, it can create new ideas and awareness in society.

This collection began when I migrated to America. I witnessed Amazon boxes arriving every day at people's doorsteps, only to end up in trash cans at night. For me, this cycle was terrifying. When I talked to my friends about it, they had become accustomed to this happening. Yes, waste production, even paper waste, is something so valuable. Well, what I could do was utilize them, so I started cutting and painting on them.