19 Endangered Animals Frozen In Recycled Metal

Chris Hynes breathes new life into scraps of metal to convey a poignant message about the world's critically endangered species. He reconstructs the forms of majestic animals using recycled metal, where the poetically stylised anatomy of whales, birds, and bison starkly contrasts with the brutality of man-made materials. This juxtaposition highlights the fragility of the subjects as they transition from organic to inorganic. Hynes’ recent focus on this pressing issue is evident in his sculptures of creatures teetering on the brink, with the rough metal symbolising the hostile environments threatening them, while their anatomy reveals their vulnerabilities. Recognised as a pioneer of the emerging scrap metal art form, Hynes begins his process by scouring local junkyards for abandoned materials, which serve as the foundation for his works. Each discovery, whether it be dented plates or discarded bolts, contributes to the dynamic silhouette he envisions. He elaborates, “Sometimes the pieces are sketched out in advance with a preconceived notion as to what the final sculpture will become.” More info: Instagram | ChrisHynes

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