A real treat for the eyes, Nicole’s work was recently on display at the Richard Levy Gallery in Albuquerque New Mexico.
"Weedrobes is a series of ephemeral sculptures linking our dysfunctional relationship to both our bodies and the environment. It points the concept of environmental art into the realm of the body as politic and the hegemony of the fashion industry.
These eco-wearables are made from live plant materials such as leaves, flowers and branches and their organic structure indicates a symbiotic relationship between the body and the land. They question our attitudes toward territorial dominance, societal status and sexual identity" - Nicole Dextas
Amazing works of art. Would definitely love to see myself wearing a green-inspired costume one of these days.
CAMELLIA COUNTESSA Camellia Flowers, Lilac Flowers, Yucca Leaves, Laurel Leaves, and Thorns.
YUCCA PROM DRESSYucca Leaves and Flowers, Thorns.
Eco-man wears a suit made from Laurel, Magnolia and Yucca leaves assembled with Hawthorns which were harvested from the local urban environment.
CRAB APPLE GOWN Crab Apples, Kale Leaves, Thorns and Hemp Thread.
CABBAGE SMOCKRed and Green Cabbages, Gunnera Leaves, Green Beans, and Thorns.
SUNDAY BEST Laurel Leaves, Rosehips, Various Leaves and Thorns.
HYDRANGEA TOURNUREHydrangea Flowers, Magnolia Leaves, Laurel Leaves, and Thorns.
CABBAGE SHOESThese cabbage shoes might not be suitable for walking, but certainly are an interesting gift for any Imelda Marcos’s you might know
(Photo Credits: Nicole Dextras)
Very fun! Rather impractical but neat.
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