# Trashy Installation Art Garbage Bag Artwork is Meant to Get People Talking By Robyn Currie | Published 2009-11-13 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/garbage-bag-artwork References: [psfk](http://www.psfk.com/2009/11/pics-garbage-bag-art-work.html) & [greenz.jp](http://greenz.jp/2009/11/12/gba/) By crafting [sculptures from trash](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glad-x-sesame-street), some creative people in Tokyo are trying to remove the negative image of garbage while getting a dialogue going about the state of the planet. There are many things in this world you never would have thought could go together, like Liza Minnelli and sobriety, or meatloaf and [high end dining experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-market-popup). But somethings will surprise you, just like the [garbage bag artwork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/big-birk) here which I think is really, really cool. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 21% | Activity: 40% | 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 ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Sustainable Art:** Creating artwork using sustainable and reusable materials. - **Eco-friendly Sculptures:** Designing sculptures that promote environmental awareness and social commentary using recycled materials. - **Waste Management Artistry:** Exploring new ways to use waste and transform it into art to spark the conversation around the environment. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Green Initiatives:** Companies that prioritize the environment can invest in artistic projects that create a positive impact while raising awareness about sustainable practices. - **Public Spaces:** Municipalities and parks and recreation departments can commission artists to create sculptures and installations from recycled materials to beautify public spaces and promote sustainable living practices. - **Waste Management Services:** Service providers can collaborate with artists to create innovative and aesthetically appealing waste management solutions, such as artistic garbage bins and recycling centers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Playful Pop Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/louis-vuitton-octopus.md) - [Grocery Bag Runway Accessory](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/march-packable-tote-bag.md) - [Crystal-Adorned Crushed Cans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sam-keller.md) - [Recycled Bar Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bar-installation.md) - [Bag-Inspired Large-Scale Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frakta-bag.md) - [Mask-Made Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tidal-stories.md) - [Upcycled Sculptural Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eps-expanded-polystyrene-serie.md) - [Waste Tarp-Made Public Seating](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/membran-collective.md) - [Statement Street Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/surreal-street-art-1.md)