Focusing on the massive amount of clothing discarded worldwide, the artist raised awareness by transforming 150 kilograms of discarded garments into three-dimensional artworks using black and white paint. The exhibition is open for viewing until the 28th, from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Koyama, who has worked for apparel brands and also handles spatial design, pointed out, “Global brands sell clothes by heightening people’s desires, regardless of whether they actually need them.” She noted that 22.8 billion items of clothing are discarded globally each year, and the practice of incinerating them is also problematic.
The works, combining garments like shirts, hoodies, and jeans with mannequins and wire, predominantly feature dark colors meant to express “the darkness within humanity.” Some pieces still bear their original tags. “They were discarded without ever reaching store shelves,” Koyama stated.
“Human needs for food, clothing, and shelter involve far more complex issues than we realize. I urge visitors to confront these social problems head-on,” she said, inviting people to attend.
