E-Waste Art, Murals and Custom Awards
Old gadgets hold colour, texture and stories. Here are some of the pieces I have made from them.
This short film captures the creation of my 25-foot e-waste mural at Orion Mall in Bengaluru. It shows how thousands of discarded electronic devices, from remote controls to circuit boards, can be transformed into a public masterpiece that inspires a community to rethink waste.
I made "The Nest" in Mumbai from thousands of discarded keypad phones, carrying my "Disconnect to Reconnect" message through a tree-shaped installation.
I was honored to be featured by The Better India, a platform that highlights impactful stories. This feature shows a close-up of one of my intricate sculptures, explaining how I turn what many see as junk into valuable, thought-provoking art.
Here I am with one of my wearable art sculptures, crafted entirely from discarded keyboard keys and electronic components. This piece explores the relationship between the human form and the technology that surrounds us, turning e-waste into a statement on sustainable fashion.
In this interview, I share the philosophy that drives my work. I discuss my technical background as a ham radio operator, my artistic journey, and my mission to use upcycling as a tool for raising environmental awareness and inspiring action.
Beyond gallery pieces, I design and produce exclusive, eco-friendly awards for high-profile events. This video showcases how companies can celebrate excellence while demonstrating a strong commitment to sustainability by choosing trophies crafted from upcycled e-waste.
I made e-waste mementos for the KSPCB World Environment Day programme in Bengaluru. This ceremony footage shows the pieces being presented.
This video gives a glimpse into my creative process, showing how I transform raw electronic components into dynamic wall art. I work with high-quality parts from German manufacturers like Würth Elektronik, finding rhythm and harmony in their textures, shapes, and colors.
This photo from the Indian Express captures a proud moment for my wife and me, standing before the 25-foot 'Sanketana' mural at its unveiling. This project was a testament to combining creativity with ecological activism on a large public scale.
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My 25 ft long "Sanketana" mural at Orion Mall uses remote controls, cable and other electronic components. "The Nest" in Mumbai turns thousands of discarded keypad phones into a tree carrying my "Disconnect to Reconnect" message.
Different forms, the same curiosity
I make upcycled sculptures, electronic wall art and custom eco-awards. I dismantle, clean and sort parts, looking at their texture, colour and form.
A wall-art demonstration uses connectors, capacitors and inductors from Würth Elektronik. For event awards, company logos and award text can be printed or laser engraved.
My e-waste mementos were presented at the World Environment Day celebration at Kanteerava Stadium, Bengaluru, on 3 July 2024. Newsfirst Kannada footage shows Chief Minister Siddaramaiah receiving a framed piece.
"Repair what you can. Recycle what you must. Rethink what you consume." That is the conversation I want these pieces to begin.
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