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From Trash to Treasure: Exhibitions & Installations

byVishwanath MallabadiAvailable in Bengaluru & travels across IndiaStarts from₹1,500 per personView full gallery

I transform discarded electronics into large-scale art. These installations are my way of showing that what we call trash has a hidden history and a second life.

This 25-foot mega masterpiece at Orion Mall, made from thousands of e-waste components, was a lifetime achievement. This video shares the success story and my key takeaways: never give up, and with dedication, the impossible becomes possible.

A video highlighting the success of my solo exhibition "ECOINNOVATIONS" at the India International Center in New Delhi. From logistics to creating a 6-foot sculpture with 20,000 keyboard keys, it was a journey of resourcefulness and sustainability.

A walkthrough of my "ECO-VISION: Artistry Beyond Waste" exhibition. This video showcases various pieces, including the "Techno Torso" and a mermaid sculpture made from a thousand keyboard keys, illustrating the harmony of shape, texture, and pattern.

My unique eco-artworks exhibited at NEXUS, Shantiniketan Mall. The event received an excellent response, including from a sustainability professional from Blackstone, Singapore, highlighting the global relevance of this conversation.

A personal tour of "The Nest" installation at Shanti Van, Mumbai. Made from 2,000 mobile phones, this tree is a message to disconnect from technology and reconnect with the beauty of nature.

The official invitation to my solo exhibition, "ECOINNOVATIONS," at the India International Centre in New Delhi, exploring the intersection of art, technology, and sustainability.

A glimpse into the "ECOINNOVATIONS" exhibition at the India International Centre, New Delhi, showcasing a variety of my e-waste sculptures and murals.

A detailed invitation for the "ECOINNOVATIONS" exhibition, featuring some of the sculptural busts crafted from e-waste that were on display.

Visitors interacting with my art exhibition at NEXUS Mall, Whitefield, with close-ups of the intricate work displayed on the large screen.

The promotional video for my "ECO-VISION" exhibition at Alliance Française de Bangalore, explaining why upcycling is crucial for reducing e-waste and fostering a circular economy.

About From Trash to Treasure: Exhibitions & Installations

People often ask how a 25-foot mural comes together. I don't just glue random items to a wall. Each project starts with sorting thousands of components—DVDs, keyboards, and capacitor boards—by color, texture, and shape. It is an engineering challenge as much as an artistic one. I have to consider the weight, the load-bearing capacity of the base material, and how these textures catch light before I mount a single piece.

Nationwide installations, from Orion to Delhi. — Approved by the tribe
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Vishwanath Mallabadi

Available in Bengaluru & travels across IndiaStarts from ₹1,500 per person

I started as an engineer with a love for ham radios, and my father was a sculptor, so my work is where those two worlds collide. I don't see trash, I see stories and texture waiting to be arranged. If you want to talk about installing a statement piece in your office or home, let's chat.

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