Capable of Great Compassion and Great Violence, Cyrus Sullivan-Cormier, 2020
The irrational nature of people has always interested me. I like the little complications in life and what causes them. In my art, I reflect these minor things through colourful and dynamic pieces.
For the topic of “a plastic world,” I wanted to take a closer look at the connection people have with plastic through toys and why people use plastic, even if they know its damaging effects on the environment. I used the idea of toys to explore the different reactions the world has towards plastic, both positive and negative. Growing up, I had a strong interest in toys and figures from my favorite series. I admired the characters and connected their personalities to the toys. I also learned of plastic’s part in climate change, hurting animals and the ocean. My artwork connects the idea of nostalgia and the issue of plastic pollution so people will understand how we can be distracted by the fun of plastic products.