Hubcap Project

Artist

Heidi Lanino Bilezikian

Location:  Style Counsel

 

Title: “Hubcap Chandelier and Garbage Bag Dress – a FUSION of plastic and art.”

 

Materials: Hubcap, plastic bags, and discarded plastic items.

 

Bio:  Movement and life are what inspire Heidi’s work. She strives to capture the essence of a moment, the essence of an object, the essence of a place, and within that essence define visually the change and transformation that takes place.Heidi received her BFA from Pratt Institute. She lived in New York City for 17 years, studied drawing and painting nationally and internationally, and was an art director for L’Oréal where she honed her aesthetic for beauty. After leaving New York City, she relocated to Warwick, NY, where she lives with her husband and two sons. 

See more of my work at heidilanino.com

 

 

Artist Statement:

My Hubcap Chandelier, made from discarded plastic objects, and my garbage bag dress are an invitation to feel, visualize and express what dwells within us. I wanted to create something beautiful out of discarded objects. I chose plastic as my medium to Reuse and Fuse the idea of garbage and beauty in the hopes to raise awareness of the need to protect and preserve our natural resources. 

 

 

Why: 

I am drawn to collaborative projects and community; each year I am involved with the Warwick Arts Festival and create a piece of work for this wonderful themed event.