Presented by
Debbie Marinac

Deb's Trash Art is a form of art that utilises discarded materials, where possible, typically trash or waste, to create unique and thought - provoking pieces.

Australian artist Debbie Marinac's art practice involves collecting and transforming everyday items that would otherwise end up in landfills. By repurposing these materials,  Deb's art challenges our perceptions of value, beauty and the impact of human consumption on the environment. 

Her work inspires viewers to rethink their relationship with waste and consumption and encourages a more sustainable and environmentally conscious approach to art and everyday life. 

This body of work speaks of a world which may result in an Apocalypse, what's leading up to and beyond plus how an Apocalypse may be diverted.

The descriptive words for each piece is only one perspective. 

- All paints used are acrylic. 

In creating my art, I help to minimise impact on landfill by using items predominantly found in my home, other's homes and op shops. 

- All sculpture bases are made from branches of dead trees in my garden and/or town then treated with coconut oil to seal the wood.

- All frames are armature wire, tie wire and masking tape.

- Bodies are built up with a variety of products depending on what I have on hand. Including but not limited to:

Paper mache

Electrical wires and cables

Suitcase padding 

Foam furniture padding 

Soft toy stuffing. 

- Some heads are from dolls and others I make with polystyrene, clay or paper pulp.

- Hands and feet are from dolls or handmade with wire and florist tape or clay.