# Recycled Animal Corpses Shadowy Art from Macabre Mummified Critters By Katie Cordrey | Published 2009-06-14 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recycled-animal-corpses-shadowy-art-from-macabre-mummified-critters References: [britishmuseum.org](http://www.britishmuseum.org/the_museum/museum_in_london/london_exhibition_archive/statuephilia/noble_and_webster.aspx) & [gagosian](http://www.gagosian.com/artists/tim-noble-and-sue-webster/) Tim Noble and Sue Webster created, ‘Dark Stuff,’ a work that was included in the exhibition *Statuephilia ‘Contemporary Sculptors at The British Museum,’* London in 2008—09. The couple is known for their use of [recycled garbage to create sculptural mounds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/basket-sculptures) that in turn create [shadow art when light is projected](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/light-into-darkness) across them. 'Dark Stuff' uses the same technique, but the recycled items are the [mummified remains of small animals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deddy-bears). The tiny creatures met their end at the paws of the couple’s feral farmyard cat. When assembled, they cast a shadow of the artists’ profiles onto the walls of the ancient Egyptian galleries. Given the importance of mummies in ancient Egyptian culture, this art seems quite appropriate to both the theme and spirit of the display. The innovative--although macabre--recycling aspect is worthy of consideration on environmental merit. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.2/10 - Popularity: 55% | Activity: 94% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Upcycling:** Opportunity for artists and businesses to create art and functional products from recycled or repurposed materials. - **Shadow Art:** Opportunity to explore the use of shadows as a medium for artistic expression. - **Environmental Sustainability:** Opportunity for businesses to incorporate eco-friendly practices and materials into their products and processes. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Art and Design:** Opportunity for artists to experiment with unconventional materials and techniques to create unique artworks. - **Sustainability:** Opportunity for businesses to promote and incorporate sustainable practices and materials in their operations, marketing, and products. - **Museums and Exhibitions:** Opportunity for museums and galleries to showcase innovative and thought-provoking art and exhibitions that engage visitors and spark discussions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Folk Creature Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fibredog.md) - [Human Hair-Made Pots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/range-of-pots.md) - [Abandoned Bikes-Turned Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/objects-from-frames.md) - [Digital Archetype Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christian-rex-van-minnen-1.md) - [Slaugherhouse-Transformed Unique Museums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anthropocene-museum.md) - [Striking Urban Wildlife Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clare-allin.md) - [Upcycled Object Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nendo-and-daniel-arsham.md) - [Recycled Lighting Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nytt-lys-collection.md) - [Explosion-Damaged Sculpture Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/light-into-darkness.md)