'Lovely' by Catherine Konopleva is an art piece that comprises pieces of raw pork product in an effort to highlight the horror of eating pork. The collage includes organ meat, fat and muscle; underneath the image of the pig and the word "Lovely," the caption reads, "One pig was hurt while making this lovely image of a pig."
Implications - While looking through the images it is important to account for the careless killings of innocent animals that 'Lovely' by Catherine Konopleva is capturing. Many may find these graphic images horrific, but this meaty artivism is attempting to draw attention towards the senseless killing of young piglets that have barely had a chance to live.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Meat Artivism
- Art with meat products to raise awareness about animal cruelty and environmental impact of the meat industry.
- Food Art
- Using food in art installations that challenge societal norms and prompt conversations.
- Environmental Artivism
- Art as a medium for drawing attention to environmental issues and inspiring action.
Where This Applies
- Art
- Opportunities for artists to create thought-provoking pieces that raise awareness on social and environmental issues.
- Food
- Innovative chefs and food companies can use food products as a medium to raise awareness about societal norms and environmental issues.
- Environmental Activism
- Opportunities for environmental activists to use creative forms of art to draw attention to pressing environmental issues and inspire change.
