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PICTURES: Recycled art in Shoreham
A SUMMER meadow made entirely from recycled materials was on display throughout the Adur Festival.
The exhibit, which includes a buzzing beehive, log basket, lily pond and flower tower, is on display in the window of Teddy's, in East Street, Shoreham, until the end of June.
Artists Christina Browne and Anna Twinam-Cauchi wanted to create something useful from objects most people would regard as rubbish.
"In Teddy's display, for example, the cake stand is made from an old lampshade," said Christina.
"The dragonflies are made from tablet blister packs and the leaves are from Tetra Paks, old conservatory blinds and fencing.
"The birds are made out of water bottles and milk bottles."
Environment
Christina and Anna recently ran a series of workshops for schools, creating art with unconventional materials in order to raise awareness about the environment and the advantages offered by recycling.
"The students have responded brilliantly to the idea of creating art from recycled materials," said Christina.
"Somehow, it really brings the message home to them.
"I think their parents have also been amazed at the things they have created out of rubbish."
Anyone who would like more information about recycled art can call Anna on 01273 883459 or visit www.artisticrecyclingcompany.co.uk
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