Waste Materials as a Sustainable Medium in Contemporary Art: An analysis of Malaysian artists' creative practices

Mursyidah Zainal Abidin; Nik Syahida Sabri; Wan Samiati Andriana Wan Mohd Daud; Wiwik Sri Wulandari

doi:10.21834/e-bpj.v9i28.5919

Authors

Mursyidah Zainal Abidin College of Creative Arts, UiTM Shah Alam, Malaysia
Nik Syahida Sabri College of Creative Arts, UiTM Shah Alam, Malaysia
Wan Samiati Andriana Wan Mohd Daud College of Creative Arts, UiTM Shah Alam, Malaysia
Wiwik Sri Wulandari Fakultas Seni Rupa, Institut Seni Indonesia, Yogyakarta, Indonesia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21834/e-bpj.v9i28.5919

Keywords:

Waste Pollution, Waste Art, Malaysian Artists, Creative Artwork

Abstract

This study analyses the integration of environmental factors into creative representation, focusing on Malaysian artists proficient in 2D and 3D artworks that utilize waste and recyclables. It emphasizes the value of waste-derived materials in artistic expression, highlighting artists competent at converting varied waste forms into fascinating artworks. Using Feldman's theory, the researchers selected artworks to understand their content and context. Acknowledging the potential for art to contribute to change, the research advises employing waste as a creative, sustainable strategy to address environmental challenges and increase awareness. It promotes waste as a significant artistic medium for encouraging sustainability consciousness in Malaysia.

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