WASTE-project

From litter to a work of art

The WASTE project rediscovers the seventeenth-century still lifes of the Amsterdam Masters, but with a surprising subject: litter. This ongoing photo project transforms litter picked up along the banks of the IJ into works of art that reflect both the beauty and fragility of our city.

Using classic compositions and lighting techniques, the litter is given a new stage and the photos become a tribute to Amsterdam's rich cultural past.

At the same time, the project makes a statement about our contemporary dealings with waste and sustainability. The still lifes connect past and present, inviting reflection on the value we place on the things around us. Come along and experience how waste is elevated to art .