# Garbage As Art German Artists Create 1000 Statues From Domestic Refuse By Michael Marucci | Published 2007-03-25 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/garbage-as-art-german-artists-create-1000-statues-from-domestic-refuse References: [everythingweird](http://www.everythingweird.com/entry/thousand-garbage-statue-exhibited-in-the-streets-of-rome/) The truth to the saying 'one man's garbage is another man's treasure' was underlined with a flourish when German artists created an exhibit of [1000 statues fashioned entirely of refuse](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/basket-sculptures). The statues were installed in Rome and will be on display for nearly two weeks. **Implications** - It's an impressive concept considering how most turn a blind eye to garbage for obvious reasons., but these artists have shown that even the most revolting things can be transformed into [works of art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pure-exhibition). The eco approach and the setting of beautiful Rome makes these pieces all the more attractive. The only question remains is where these artisans came up with so much trash to use in their first place. It couldn't have been a pleasant experience to go [hunting for all of that junk](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trash-time-out). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.6/10 - Popularity: 71% | Activity: 60% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Sustainable Art:** Exploring the use of garbage as a medium for creating art presents an opportunity for artists to embrace sustainability and promote eco-friendly practices. - **Trash Transformation:** Transforming refuse into art showcases the potential for innovative upcycling methods and challenges traditional notions of waste. - **Environmental Awareness:** The exhibit highlights the importance of raising awareness about waste management and encourages audiences to reconsider their consumption habits. ### Where This Applies - **Art Galleries:** Art galleries can explore hosting exhibitions that focus on sustainable art, attracting environmentally conscious patrons and supporting eco-friendly artists. - **Waste Management:** The concept of trash transformation opens up opportunities for the waste management industry to develop more efficient and innovative recycling processes. - **Eco-tourism:** The exhibit in Rome showcases how art can enhance the appeal of eco-tourism, creating opportunities for businesses in the travel and hospitality industry to promote sustainable destinations. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Recycled Bar Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bar-installation.md) - [Upcycled Object Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nendo-and-daniel-arsham.md) - [Ceramic Waste Carafes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sungai-carafe.md) - [Abandoned Bikes-Turned Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/objects-from-frames.md) - [Sizable Chair Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chair-installation.md) - [Junkyard-Inspired Art Projects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/junkyard-diving.md) - [Repurposed Studio Scrap Pottery](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daon-pottery.md) - [Upcycled Sculptural Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eps-expanded-polystyrene-serie.md) - [Mountainous Repurposed Crate Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crate-installation.md)