# Water Pollutant Photographs 'Soup' by Mandy Barker Puts An Artistic Spin on Ocean Garbage By Senduran Bhakthakumaran | Published 2012-02-02 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soup-by-mandy-barker References: [itsnicethat](http://www.itsnicethat.com/articles/mandy-barker-soup) & [mandy-barker](http://mandy-barker.com/current/soup/) Garbage patches in various oceanic locations are a longstanding world pollution issue; however, it seems some individuals have tried to make the best of the current situation with projects such as 'Soup' by Mandy Barker. This is an extremely unique project in which various parts of the Great Pacific Garbage Patch have been photographed to produce detailed pictures that look like amazing pieces of art. The water serves as a great canvas that contrasts with the various pieces of scraps floating upon it. The images tell a story as well, adding an element of sadness to the piece that furthers its artistic value. Soup by Mandy Baker presents a bittersweet tone -- yes, the pictures look spectacular, but at what cost? ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.6/10 - Popularity: 63% | Activity: 66% | 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) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/photography) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Artistic Ocean Garbage:** Exploring the artistic potential of ocean garbage as a unique medium for creative expression. - **Garbage Patch Awareness:** Raising awareness about ocean garbage patches through visually impactful photography projects. - **Sustainable Art Solutions:** Using art to promote discussions and solutions for reducing ocean pollution and protecting marine ecosystems. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fine Arts:** Transforming ocean garbage into visually stunning artworks and exhibiting them in galleries. - **Environmental Conservation:** Utilizing photography projects to educate the public about the impact of ocean garbage on marine ecosystems. - **Sustainable Fashion:** Collaborating with artists like Mandy Barker to design clothing collections that raise awareness about ocean pollution. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Ocean Purity Petitons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-dirty-protest.md) - [Pollution-Removing Murals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/this-campaign-sucks.md) - [Ceramic Waste Carafes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sungai-carafe.md) - [Interactive Marine Ecosystem Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marine-ecosystem-sculptures.md) - [Apocalypse Post Pandemic Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contemporary-urban-art.md) - [Leftover Househouse Paint Artwork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paint-drop.md) - [Multi-Sensory Art Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arcadia-earth-toronto-benjamin-von-wong.md) - [AI-Generated Soup Can Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/campbells-paintings.md) - [Food-Inspired Street Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dish-pics.md)