'Tamed' by Miha Artnak is an impressive cactus sculpture constructed out of 20,000 drawing pins. The material, fitting to the plant's prickly nature, is an urban homage to the ideals and aesthetics of natural life.
The powerful piece serves as a social commentary on the current state of our world, proving that machine-made objects are slowly replacing nature. Artist Miha Artnak names plants' and animals' process of selection or taming as the inspiration behind this intricately detailed sculptural piece.
She describes humans' control over animals and nature and their practice of keeping them as companions or ornaments. This bold art piece is made up of ordinary materials that she effectively brings to life. Its sheen and jewel-like quality makes this sculpture eye-catching and memorable, and a true tribute to the beauty of nature.
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