One person's trash is another's treasure, and that jewel in the rough might just become part of an artistic marvel. Ten Brisbanites have certainly tried their best to ensure that that's the case, with their work now on display at Salvage: Recycling Art Exhibition.
Taking over the Judith Wright Centre of Contemporary Arts until July 7, Salvage is the ultimate showcase of recycled, reclaimed and reused creations. Everything on display has been crafted from items sourced from one of the city's two tip shops, as well as other second-hand stores throughout Brisbane. That's right — these pieces are made from objects that were once discarded and destined for landfill.
Salvage isn't just about celebrating resourceful artists, though; it's also about finding out how these wonders came to be, and then learning how to fashion your own. That all forms part of the accompanying event program. You'll never throw anything out again.