Plastic Planet

Bringing together art and nature

In collaboration with artist Ros Ingram, local primary school students created animal sculptures out of recycled materials to raise awareness of climate change. These were displayed in Stratford shop windows in 2021.

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Collage of textile art: two close-ups of detailed, patterned fabric insects, and one large image of a colourful, patchwork animal sculpture displayed in a window with reflections visible.
Bat, created by Ros Ingram and local primary schools (2021).
A collage shows close-ups of colourful, patterned fabric sculptures shaped like animals, including a large, vibrant dragon-like creature in a display window. The artwork features bold patterns and various textures.
Bat, created by Ros Ingram and local primary schools (2021).
Two colourful deer sculptures made from recycled materials stand in a display window, surrounded by branches and leaves, with a person's reflection visible in the glass.
Deer, created by Ros Ingram and local primary schools (2021).
A display of animal sculptures made from recycled materials, featuring a central bear figure with a white beard, surrounded by bees and fish on a white background.
Jaguar, created by Ros Ingram and local primary schools (2021).
A colourful mouse sculpture made from recycled materials, including cardboard, plastic, and straw, stands on a white floor with two red toadstools at its feet and thin branches in the background.
Mouse, created by Ros Ingram and local primary schools (2021).
Colourful mixed-media sculptures, including a patchwork car and abstract insect-like shapes, are displayed behind glass. The artworks feature fabric, patterns, and embellishments, creating a vibrant, textured scene.
Owl, created by Ros Ingram and local primary schools (2021).
A colourful owl sculpture with outstretched wings, made from mixed recycled materials, is displayed in a window. Decorative leaves, bees, and mushrooms surround it on thin wires. The background has reflections of buildings.
Owl, created by Ros Ingram and local primary schools (2021).
A colourful rabbit sculpture made from recycled materials stands in a shop window; glass doors and people walking outside are visible in the background.
Squirrel, created by Ros Ingram and local primary schools (2021).
Shopfront window display with mannequins dressed in colourful, artistic outfits, surrounded by floral decorations. Three small tables with chairs sit outside on the pavement. A black rubbish bin is on the left.
Window display of animal sculptures on High Street.
Shop window display features colourful animal sculptures, including two deer, a horse, and an upright figure, all made from recycled materials, with flower and butterfly decorations in the background.
Window display of animal sculptures on High Street.
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