Functionality is a related aspect of plastic where good performance is temporary. I have 2 examples of this with a plastic-topped salt cellar. The salt has worn away the thread of the cap, by abrasion, leading to loss of function. The other example is basin/bath stoppers where the seal between them and metal rims is not tight compared to the old rubber type.

We have compromised quality in materials for the cheap alternative which has lowered the standard of usage.

So true of all of us – we are set free for a few decades with our incredible neurological system of sensations and impressions that go far far beyond words or the ability to express concretely the impact of our environment on us. We are a living kaleidoscope, looking out and in at the same time, yet spend much of our time imaginatively looking at the ground.

Art asks us to see differently and without the need to speak of what we see. Dianna knows what she is doing and we do too because of the response we have when we look at her work…no words for it…the common ache of the contemplation of beauty in the mind of the creator and the viewer.

Yet how oblivious we are!

The common plastic bag: a dozen arranged make for beauty that we would pay to own, yet millions fly in the breeze with no value to us, discarded, past a moment’s use and about the work of harm that is their real function.

What irony! The physical world does not honor our values, our need to carry an item for a few minutes. We wave this off saying, “but long term harm isn’t our intent!” We can be so attentive, so appreciative, so sensitive and at the very same time so obtuse, as oblivious to fact as a stone. Can there be more conceit? Humanity, you astound!

Unpackaged, a shop in London, lowers charges for home container purchases and sells a broad range of food and other items.

You can get more ideas from Mrs Green on MyZeroWaste the main site for our UK trend:
http://www.myzerowaste.com/,

Art can tell complex stories in a direct and compelling way that touches our hearts. That’s why I believe art is one of the most powerful tools we have to raise awareness on environmental problems in general and on plastic pollution in particular.

In addition to being a terrific leader and coalition builder for the Plastic pollution Coalition, Dianna is an incredibly talented and sensitive artist. I’m delighted to see that you connect with her art so deeply. Thank you for sharing this with us.

-manuel
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