# Butcher-Inspired Sculptures Hanan Alkouh's Meat Art is a Commentary on Wasteful Consumption By Mishal Omar | Published 2016-05-09 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/food-meets-art References: [coolhunting](http://www.coolhunting.com/culture/hanan-alkouh-sea-meat) & [hananalkouh](http://www.hananalkouh.com/) Hanan Aljouh's meat art exhibit aims to send a message about wasteful consumption and the lack of sustainability in meat consumption. The meat art titled 'Sea-Meat,' comes in the form of "butcher shop visuals" and "hung faux carcasses," but is actually edible because it is made of dulse, a [red seaweed](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plantbased-fish-product) that is said to taste like bacon. The realistic-looking meat substitutes are also enhanced by the carrion flower, which actually replicates the smell of rotting flesh to further drive home the artist's message. The intersection of [vegan and carnivorous lifestyles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carnea) showcased in this food art exhibit allow the spectator to consider the impact of their consumption habits as well as their impact on animals and the environment. The options for [meat alternatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/premium-plant-based-ribs) are now enough that meat consumption may have less space in the future as an ethical and sustainable choice. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.3/10 - Popularity: 63% | Activity: 59% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Ethical Food Consumption:** Aljouh's meat art highlights the need for more sustainable and ethical food consumption practices. - **Meat Alternatives:** The exhibit's use of edible seaweed 'meat' may inspire more innovation in plant-based meat alternatives. - **Cross-lifestyle Intersection:** The exhibit's exploration of the intersection of vegan and carnivorous lifestyles may encourage more inclusive and diverse food options. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Food Industry:** The food industry has a great opportunity to innovate towards more ethical and sustainable practices. - **Alternative Protein Industry:** The alternative protein industry can be inspired by seaweed's potential as a meat substitute. - **Art Industry:** The art industry can contribute to the conversation about ethical food consumption through creative and thought-provoking means. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Whole-Cut Vegan Meats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plant-based-whole-cuts.md) - [Hyperrealistic Food Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/looks-delicious.md) - [Seaweed-Enriched Beef Carpaccio](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seaweed-enriched-beef-carpaccio.md) - [Hybrid Meat Vegetable Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leyu-li.md) - [Artichoke-Based Meat Alternatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cutting-vedge1.md) - [Almost-Extinct Animal Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fauna-series.md) - [Umami Microalgae Sausages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plant-based-mortadella.md) - [Sustainability-Focused Cultivated Meat Partnerships](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cultivated-meat.md) - [Cultivated Beef Morsels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beef-morsels.md)