--- title: "E-Waste Art Media Features and Interviews from Bengaluru" description: "Explore e-waste art media features, documentaries and interviews. These e-waste art media features show Vishwanath's upcycling work and mission from Bengaluru." canonical: https://mytribe.in/the-upcycle-store/workshops-speaking-engagements/as-seen-in-media-features-recognition last_updated: 2026-10-06 --- # Media Features on E-Waste Art and Upcycling Tribe Verified · Featured in Indian Express By [Vishwanath Mallabadi](https://mytribe.in/the-upcycle-store) · Bengaluru and outstation sessions in India · ₹1,500 per person (estimate) Part of [Workshops & Speaking Engagements](https://mytribe.in/the-upcycle-store/workshops-speaking-engagements). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/the-upcycle-store/workshops-speaking-engagements/gallery) Interviews, documentaries and published features follow my work with discarded electronics. ## Photos and videos - ![An article from the Indian Express "Unsung Heroes" series, detailing how I turn e-waste into vibrant murals and sculptures.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/075a3369-72c2-4ff3-8abb-4d58395d22d5) - [Video: I was thrilled to be featured in "The Star," Malaysia's top news source, for my eco-art journey and the mega e-waste installation at Orion Mall. The article highlights the bridge between art, activism, and environmental commitment.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/00338a14-dbb0-4edb-b565-dadfa566d316) - [Video: I had the privilege of sharing my initiative on Akashvani (All India Radio), where I discussed the crucial role of upcycling in fostering a sustainable world and bringing e-waste into the circular economy.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1501997d-0db8-4bc9-94a2-6b848aa3b693) - [Video: It was an honor to be featured in the 'INNOVATION' section of Material Recycling Magazine. The article, "Giving Shape to Sustainability," takes readers on my journey as a pioneering eco-artist.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/299e0a02-a2d2-4088-be6b-399f8dcd0af2) - ![The Times of India covered my 25-foot e-waste mural at Orion Mall, highlighting how it was created from items like keyboards, remote controls, and cordless phones to raise awareness for World Environment Day.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/30e7ce80-cb53-4e89-ba67-f243d3eff4d8) - [Video: Being featured in "The National UAE" was an incredibly motivating experience. The article delves into my creative process, the materials I use, and my mission to promote environmental consciousness through art.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4781e61b-8919-47b6-bd14-d9b8c58758cf) - [Video: A feature in Life Positive Magazine, written by Yamuna Rangachari, covering my work with The Upcycle Store and how art can be a powerful tool for environmental awareness.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4fdbf23c-ed64-47a5-9478-82e7ddbcb38c) - [Video: I was pleased to be featured in The Hindu as one of Bangalore's "Sustainability Champions" on International Environment Day, recognizing my decade of experience in transforming e-waste.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/513fddd7-4b42-41b3-b9f3-7488274d8f45) - [Video: This Hindi feature tells my story, from being an IT professional to becoming an e-waste artist. It covers my process of creating everything from small spiders to large installations and my mission to give waste a new life.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5b83cbe6-df9f-4342-a1eb-8cc417ca73e3) - [Video: The Logical Indian featured me as part of their 'Pro Planet People' series, highlighting how I creatively repurpose e-waste into art to drive a movement toward a more sustainable, eco-conscious world.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5e32d25a-5c4e-49ff-b7ca-0b9422f8ae6a) - [Video: I was honored to be part of The Better India’s 'Force For Good Heroes' series. This feature shares my dedication to transforming e-waste and inspiring young people to see the value in what is thrown away.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/647e81d1-7379-450b-846c-a68b63a0c69e) - [Video: My work appears in "E-Waste to Eco-Art", Reader's Digest, July 2023. This presentation brings the published feature into my upcycling story.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/89abd9e8-cba2-4279-b328-a0b9f58aa682) - [Video: A publication of my eco-art in the March 2023 issue of Global Art Times.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/95547a88-30a9-4d19-8a08-95cfd4146007) - [Video: A documentary film by Naveen Kumaran of "Faces of Bengaluru" titled "The Upcyclist," which recognizes me as a leader in sustainability.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a9c711eb-0880-4ae9-b3fd-b71f2fb9327a) - [Video: The full documentary from the "Unsung Hero" series, diving into my techniques, activism, and commitment to inspiring youth through art and sustainability.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/acbf1bb4-f5e4-40a7-8ce4-5cfd43609a29) - ![An article published in The Patriot, covering my work that blends art and technology to make intriguing art pieces from electronic waste.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b15e0a8d-d101-4896-9eea-5925ae0721c6) - ![My work was featured in "The Frontier Post," another publication that picked up the story from "The National News" about Indian creatives turning e-waste into art.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/dd14ba48-3f90-4a00-bbbf-cfca0a13798b) - [Video: News First Kannada Channel's coverage of the World Environment Day program where I created and presented exclusive e-waste mementos to Karnataka's Chief Minister and other esteemed ministers.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/eba0c3bc-37e5-4d2c-8dd3-196bb717f1db) - ![A screenshot of the article in "The National News" about my work, a feature that reaches millions in the Middle East.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ec64d4b2-ec14-4be4-9da2-3cfaa69edea6) ## About As Seen In: Media Features & Recognition Indian Express's "Unsung Heroes" feature follows the art and the 25 ft long mural at Orion Mall. Akashvani / All India Radio carries my own explanation of how the e-waste journey began in 2004. #### Different ways of telling the story The Logical Indian featured me in "Pro Planet People". The Better India shared my work through "Force For Good Heroes" on 28 Jan 2023. The Hindu featured my "Starry Night" piece in "Meet the sustainability champions of Bengaluru" on 5 June 2023. Reader's Digest carried "E-Waste to Eco-Art" in July 2023. Global Art Times carried my art in March 2023. The Star, Malaysia, published "Art against e-waste" on 15 July 2024. Other features here include The National News and The Patriot. They help people see the components, finished pieces and awareness message. A feature establishes coverage, not every output total or sales claim repeated within a narration. ## About Vishwanath Mallabadi I’m Vishwanath. I enjoy explaining what I see inside old gadgets. Interviews let me share that curiosity and the message behind the art. [See all of Vishwanath Mallabadi's services](https://mytribe.in/the-upcycle-store) ## More from Workshops & Speaking Engagements by Vishwanath Mallabadi - [Featured](https://mytribe.in/the-upcycle-store/workshops-speaking-engagements/featured) - [Inspiring the Next Generation: University Engagements](https://mytribe.in/the-upcycle-store/workshops-speaking-engagements/inspiring-the-next-generation-university-engagements) - [Talks That Transform: Spreading the Message](https://mytribe.in/the-upcycle-store/workshops-speaking-engagements/talks-that-transform-spreading-the-message) - [From Trash to Treasure: Exhibitions & Installations](https://mytribe.in/the-upcycle-store/workshops-speaking-engagements/from-trash-to-treasure-exhibitions-installations) - [The Philosophy: Disconnect to Reconnect](https://mytribe.in/the-upcycle-store/workshops-speaking-engagements/the-philosophy-disconnect-to-reconnect) - [Awards & Accolades](https://mytribe.in/the-upcycle-store/workshops-speaking-engagements/awards-accolades) - [Additional Work & Moments](https://mytribe.in/the-upcycle-store/workshops-speaking-engagements/additional-work-moments) ## More services by Vishwanath Mallabadi - [Sustainable Art & Design Services](https://mytribe.in/the-upcycle-store/sustainable-art-design-services) ## Similar work from other experts - [Featured in Artventurous Magazine](https://mytribe.in/artbyshrutij/live-art-brand-collaborations/in-the-press) by Shruti Jhaveri · Live Art & Brand Collaborations · Takes projects across India; Studio in Breach Candy, Mumbai - [Artist Talks and Media Features](https://mytribe.in/prashantsculptor/bespoke-sculptural-art/conversations-press) by Prashant Pandey · Bespoke Sculptural Art · Takes projects across India; Visit studio in Jaipur - [Art from Waste: Sustainable Creations](https://mytribe.in/madsterdrama/custom-art-installations-murals/art-from-waste-sustainable-creations) by Madhuri Umashankar · Custom Art Installations & Murals · On-site projects in Bengaluru and across India - [Our Journey: Turning Plastic Waste Into Impact](https://mytribe.in/econscious.india/sustainable-home-office-decor/our-journey-recognition) by Econscious · Sustainable Home & Office Decor · Ships across India; Visit stores in New Delhi & Sonipat - [Delhi Airport Mural: Art from Recycled Waste](https://mytribe.in/pragyajain.art/large-scale-murals-installations/the-delhi-airport-mural-from-waste-to-wonder) by Pragya Jain · Large-Scale Murals & Installations · Takes projects across India; Visit studio in UB City, Bengaluru - [My Story: Talks and Media Features Behind My Art](https://mytribe.in/lbc_sneha/creative-workshops-retreats/my-story-talks-media-features) by Sneha Chakraborty · Creative Workshops & Retreats · Retreats and workshops held across India ## Book To book Vishwanath Mallabadi, message mytribe on WhatsApp: [Chat on WhatsApp](https://wa.me/916360004054?text=I%20saw%20your%20Media%20Features%20%26%20Recognition.%20Can%20we%20discuss%20an%20upcycling%20talk%20or%20workshop%3F)