
Collaborative Art Space’s Community Art Project, had individuals living, studying or working in a community – a building, a society, a locality or an institution (school, college, companies or organizations) – collaborate with each other to create an environmentally friendly art piece using at least 50% waste material.
Prize money of INR 15,000/- will be given to one winning group.
The next two best groups will get free entry in next year’s event.
Participating Teams
Team 1: Aditya Nandan, Kushal Agarwal, Navansh Mankar, Shourya Singh & Swarit Varshney – The Scindia School, Fort Gwalior
Team 2: Aahana Srimani, Ina Bharadwaj, Karishma Chotrani, Saira Dua & Vashita Rungta – Modern High School International, Kolkata
Team 3: Aastha Ganesh, Anushka Anand, Harshittha V, Mahima Dash, Tavishi Mukherjee – NIFT, Bangalore
Team 4: Annvi Mittal, Kaashvi Choukhany, Kritvee Modi, Mehar Sanghera & Siddhangana Kumari – Mayo College Girls’ School, Ajmer
Team 5: Anika Singh Thakur, Mokshini Jasol, Poornima Chauhan, Saachi Vijn & Usha Bansal – Mayo College Girls’ School, Ajmer
Team 6: Aahika Jain, Aishani Mittal, Davi Kejriwal, Suditi Mehta & Tamanna Jain – Mayo College Girls’ School, Ajmer
Team 7: Adaa Chowdhury, Anandi Gupta, Nishikaa Vaid, Pukhraj & Khiwama Rai – Mayo College Girls’ School, Ajmer
Team 8: Krishna Bauer, Samjith Lakshman, R.Mukundam, S.B.Dheya, M. Tanga Tharagai & S. Yahlini – Bhavan’s Gandhi Vidyashram, Kodaikanal
Team 9: Ananya Parikh, Darshil Surana, Gayatri Parmar, Naisha Khaund,Shrinithi Suresh, Swarali Kamat & Svanik Kartha – JBCN international school, Borivali
Team 10: Aniket Mishra, Ankana Ghosh Dastidar, Arshita Sanghi, Debsingha Sarkar, Dhiman Narayan, Indira Biswas, Rajnandini Dey, Sia Agarwal & Shreyan Banerjee – Calcutta International School, Kolkata
Team 11: Aroni Das, Granthana, Parth Mehta, Rudra Mazumder, Shriyadita Sengupta, Siya Kabra & Vrishabh Venkatesh – Calcutta International School, Kolkata
Voting Guidelines
- Votes will be counted by comments and views.
- 1 view = 1 vote & 1 comment = 1 vote
- Total votes = total comments + total views
Selection of Winners
- Winners will be decided on the basis of votes and judges opinion.
- Voting will be carried out from 10 March 2023, 3:00 PM to 10 April 2023, 2:59 PM
- After the voting period, winners will be announced → 40% votes & 60% judges.
- The judging of the artworks is already finished and done anonymously to be fair. The details will be revealed after the voting is finished.
- Judging was done by:
- Taro Sakamoto, comtemporary sculptor from Japan
- Meena Schaldenbrand, quilt and fiber artist from MI, USA
Computerized Man – ArrowBot

Computerized Man – ArrowBot
4.5 feet x 3.3 feet
Material used:
Old Monitor, mouse, keyboards, wires, CPU’s, waste materials, UPS, iron rod, waste metal sheet, springs, waste plastic, etc.
Introducing the ArrowBot, a revolutionary robot made entirely out of e-waste that is designed to assist in warfare without harming innocent civilians. Amid the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine, the ArrowBot offers a glimmer of hope for a more humane approach to combat.
Unlike traditional weapons of war, the ArrowBot utilizes precision-targeting technology to
accurately direct its arrows toward military targets, while minimizing the risk of collateral
damage. Equipped with advanced sensors and real-time data analysis, the ArrowBot can
quickly identify and track enemy combatants, without putting civilians in harm’s way.
Constructed entirely out of recycled electronic waste, the ArrowBot embodies a sustainable and
eco-friendly approach to combat technology. By repurposing discarded electronic
components, the ArrowBot not only reduces environmental impact but also provides a cost-effective solution to military operations.
The ArrowBot is not just a weapon, it’s a symbol of hope for a better future. It offers a glimpse
of what’s possible when we combine technological innovation with ethical considerations. It
represents a step towards a more humane and sustainable approach to warfare, one that values human life above all else.
Price: Rs. 1,00,000/-

For print.
Archival Digital Print for A2 size:
On Hahnemuehle photo rag: Rs. 3,750/-
On Hahnemuehle canvas: Rs. 4,550/-
Computerized Man – ArrowBot
Meraki

Meraki
breath: 41cm & length: 159cm
Material used:
Newspaper, glue, cardboard, nail, waste decor, plywood, pipes, wire, base ball, glass, plastic, cards and cloth
This project is an all-purpose mannequin that can be dressed and accessorised; even the face of the mannequin is created out of newspaper and used sheets. The body is moulded and made out of layers of old newspapers in the shape of a half figure. To make it more secure, the torso and face are both stuffed inside with plastic packages and foil sheets. The mannequin has been decorated with acrylic paint and spray paint to give it a polished appearance. Moreover, it features an extension that resembles bat wings and is composed of rusted, bendable wire. A jewellery display is provided by the wings. The body is then enhanced by being decorated with discarded junk; all of the materials are pulled from the art school garbage. The remaining netting window wires are used to make the legs. All the waste materials came from the school’s carpentry shop and dump yard, including the pedestal used to showcase the mannequin, which is built out of a broken water pipe and leftover aluminium sheet. The goal of this project was to make a strong, original mannequin that could be used by the neighbourhood peddlers and merchants to display their works of art.
this artwork is a symbol of an ‘ideal society’ .Elements like ‘pagdi’, masks, a mixed gender body- depicts the free society we idolise.
Price: Rs. 3,000/-

For print.
Archival Digital Print for A2 size:
On Hahnemuehle photo rag: Rs. 3,165/-
On Hahnemuehle canvas: Rs.3.965/-
Meraki
Metanoia

Metanoia
5’6 feet
Material used:
Waste Wood, cardboard, empty oil tins, newspaper, empty juice boxes, m seal, fevicol, macrame threads, discarded mannequin, metal roads, paint, discarded artificial flowers, flower pot,
The sculpture that we have tried to make is in the form of a pillar, along with a bust on top of it. The torso of the bust is hanging from the wooden plank on which the bust is placed. This torso has a plant inside of it. The pillar appears to be broken and is symbolic of destruction. The plant inside the torso is the symbol of regeneration. We have tried to show the process of evaluation, which is that something has to get destroyed in order for something new to be built. The female bust is white is color with her hair covering the pillar and a tiara on its head. The pillar is painted brick gray with small piece of broken brick all round it. The torso of the bust is painted in different colors, depicting life and happiness, while everything in the sculpture is between white and black.
Price: Rs. 15,000/-

For print.
Archival Digital Print for A2 size:
On Hahnemuehle photo rag: Rs. 7,650/-
On Hahnemuehle canvas: Rs.8,450/-
Metanoia
Nature Commode

Nature Commode
4 ft X 4ft
Material used:
Making a base out of waste cardboard and crafting wire, attatching each part of the sculpture, strengthening the base with paper mache and glue, using the gathered newspaper and scraps to cover the sculpture, placing a potted plant inside the sculpture
We decided to use cardboard and paper waste to create a comode. This is a representation of the state of toilets in rural India: unmaintained and waste ridden. The plant growing out of the toilet symbolic of nature reclaiming the earth as it demonstrates what often happens to rejected human waste .
Price: Not for sale.

For print.
Archival Digital Print for A2 size:
On Hahnemuehle photo rag: On request.
On Hahnemuehle canvas: On request.
Nature Commode
Packaged to Survival

Packaged to Survival
4 x 4 ft
Material used:
Plastic bottles, plastic packets, craps of cardboard, bottle caps, glass pieces, saw dust, CDs, twine
The use of waste materials in this artwork is a powerful statement to show the impact of human activity on the environment. With the ever-increasing use of plastics and other non-biodegradable materials, the risk to marine life has increased exponentially. As a part of this initiative, we wanted to showcase the extreme effects of human activity on aquatic species. The materials used for this project are waste products that primarily end up discarded into the sea, eventually posing a choking hazard to these marine animals, for example, plastic straws, bottles, caps, bubble wraps, cans. Through this project, we wanted to shed light on this extremely important and pressing issue, the struggle of the species to exist in this human congested environment. Our artwork shows the contrast between the harsh reality(below) and what we perceive on a superficial level which portrays the perfect aquatic marine life.
Price: On request.

For print.
Archival Digital Print for A2 size:
On Hahnemuehle photo rag: Rs. 10,300/-
On Hahnemuehle canvas: Rs.11,110/-
Packaged to Survival
Sapma

Sapma
4 ft
Material used:
Waste plastic, broken wooden tables and chairs pieces, cloth scrap, rusted metal, broken tiles, torn up memory foam, newspaper, reused old and torn macrame strings, metal rods, metal wire, glue, paint’s, epoxy compound, pearls & nails
The world population has surpassed more than 7,90,00,00,000.
Humans are known to be social creatures. We go out almost daily. Be it for work, a walk down to the park, or to get groceries. Everywhere we turn, we see humans. Endless streams of humans flow through from every nook and corner. In such a world today, we present “A Safe Space.”
‘ A Safe Space’ is an enclosed pod of sorts. The aim of the project is to provide an easily accessible space where a person can feel emotionally and physically safe.
The idea is to design a safe place for someone in need of a listener, to evoke a sense of comfort and security. Where a person can feel confident that they will not be exposed to
any criticism and discrimination.If you need a breather. If you need an escape. If you need a moment of privacy.Have a seat. And take a deep breath. Calm down. Enjoy. Because you deserve privacy with yourself.
Price: Rs. 16,500/-

For print.
Archival Digital Print for A2 size:
On Hahnemuehle photo rag: Rs. 5.310/-
On Hahnemuehle canvas: Rs.6,110/-
Sapma
Shades of Grey

Shades of Grey
4.5 ft X 4 ft
Material used:
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Meet ScrapBot, the cute and colorful robot made entirely of scrap materials! With its playful design and whimsical personality, ScrapBot will surely capture your heart. With its cheerful, colorful appearance and playful nature, ScrapBot is the perfect companion for anyone who loves robots, scrap art, or just a good dose of whimsy and fun.
Price: Rs. 15,000/-

For print.
Archival Digital Print for A2 size:
On Hahnemuehle photo rag: Rs. 5,050/-
On Hahnemuehle canvas: Rs. 5,850/-
Shades of Grey
Sparrow

Sparrow
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Material used:
Bottle caps, coconut leaves & cloths.
The globe. However, such lockdowns were a boon to the ecology and the environment.
The wildlife sighting increased after COVID hit and especially during lockdowns. One belief is
that since the humans were not allowed to roam much, they could spend more time observing
and recording such sightings. Lockdown indeed impacted the wildlife in positive results in which
the number of sparrows increased.
Price: Not for sale.

For print.
Archival Digital Print for A2 size:
On Hahnemuehle photo rag: On request.
On Hahnemuehle canvas: On request.
Sparrow
The City

The City
3.5 feet x 3.3 feet
Material used:
Recyclable plastic, cardboard, mechanical waste, paints & glue
The aim of this project is to create a piece of art that perfectly represents a ‘post-apocalyptic’ view of a city. We plan to create a 3-D model of a city combining elements of an archetypical science-fiction ‘futuristic’ city as well as the previously mentioned ‘post-apocalyptic’ city. We hope to give our city an added vertical dynamic that will hopefully make it far more interesting than simply a flat model. By adding all these elements and ideas together, we hope to create something that perfectly represents our vision.
Hence, this project is supposed to be a representation of the future as we see it; an admittedly pessimistic view of what may come to pass if human degradation of the Earth continues. Despite the rather grim topic, we are nevertheless looking forward to making our vision a reality.
Price: Rs. 20,000/-

For print.
Archival Digital Print for A2 size:
On Hahnemuehle photo rag: Rs. 18,700/-
On Hahnemuehle canvas: Rs. 19,500/-
The City
Tree of Life

Tree Of Life
5 feet diameter
Material used:
Plastic bags, throwaway storage boxes, flexible PVC pipes, wires, plastic wrappers & baking paper.
We have made a tapestry woven with plastic yarn made from all kinds of plastic bags used for packaging grocery and snacks items. We named the tapestry as “Tree of Life” which turned out to be 5 feet in diameter. Around 150 plastic bags are used to make “plarn” (plastic+ yarn) and beautiful ropes. We used these ropes to weave this beautiful piece of art.
Material used and procedure: All kinds of plastic bags to make ropes. The background is made with card board procured from throwaway storage boxes. Flexible PVC pipes and wires is used for making frame. All the materials we used in this art piece is acquired from “waste” or what you call junk. That is why this art piece a good example of “treasure from trash”. I have chosen plastic wrappers as my primary resource material which are thrown to dustbin without any second thought. I turned them into beautiful ropes and weave this tapestry. I also fused these wrappers together using hot iron and baking paper and got a stronger material to make leaves, flowers and lanterns. I even transformed these wrappers into butterflies.
The Message: The round shape blue and green background color of tapestry represents our planet. The tree represent is the life force, growth, wisdom, prosperity. The colours of tapestry represents the the five sacred element; ,the Space, the Air , the Agni the Water & the Earth which are responsible for whole cosmic creation including human body and hence should be revered. “Tree Of Life” can serve to become a sound symbol for living in harmony with Nature by observing zero waste lifestyle and sustainable living. Nature, nurtures but does not produce any waste. Mankind, if want to survive, has to learn the concept of zero waste from the Nature, which in my opinion, is the only sustainable solution to reduce the impact of climate change and global warming.
“Tree of Life”, woven with plastic wrappers conveys a message of 7 R’s.
Re connect with the Nature and Re discover your roots.
Reform the wasteful lifestyle of modern society based on blind consumerism.
Each Individual has to manage their own waste, by ways of Recycle, Reduce, Reuse & Re purpose .
Try to manage your own waste by following the mantra,
“My Waste is My Responsibility”.
Price: On Request.

For print.
Archival Digital Print for A2 size:
On Hahnemuehle photo rag: On request.
On Hahnemuehle canvas: On request.
Tree of Life
Whale Cave

Whale Cave
Height- 4 ft (120cm), width- 3.4ft (105cm), length- 6.7 ft (205cm)
Material used:
Scrap wire, Old bedsheets and fabrics, Scrap threads, An old mattress, Sponge, Thermocol, Used mounting sheets, Waste pipe, Wooden plank, Thread
“An oasis of bliss, despite the external chaos”
We have created a cave-like structure, shaped like a whale. It’s a fun little seater that is deep enough to curl up and relax on and can comfortably fit two people. It is aimed at being a fun place for children since every kid dreams of having a comfortable place to have long cozy lounge sessions in. This is our take on a getaway cave that possesses functionality but also spreads awareness along with joy.
It’s a baleen whale with the entrance representing its open mouth and the brushes as curtains. The baleen whale is an endangered species, and the primary reason for its endangerment is overhunting during the years of commercial whaling. We aspire to create awareness to save the lives of these majestic creatures.
Inside, we have soft, cushioned seating with a couple of cushions and fairy lights so it doesn’t get too dark. Its sky-blue color and drowsy eyes create a sense of calm.
Around 80% of this piece has been made from waste material from our school junkyard. This environment-friendly functional art piece aims at letting a child have their very own safe haven.
Price: Rs. 17,000

For print.
Archival Digital Print for A2 size:
On Hahnemuehle photo rag: Rs. 5,700/-
On Hahnemuehle canvas: Rs.6,500/-