A Waste of Light
By: Martin Højer von Friis // Galleri Libertineren
With “A Waste of Light,” I aim to shine a light on the hidden stories behind our consumption. This artwork unites old, discarded appliances – refrigerators, microwaves, washing machines – in a new context, where they are reborn as art.
By stacking and illuminating these objects, I reveal how even what has been cast aside can carry unexpected beauty and meaning. In an era defined by overconsumption and waste, I invite reflection on our use of resources. What does it mean to throw something away? And how can we rediscover value in what we deem useless?
The light emanating from within the installation symbolizes hope and transformation – a reminder that there is always potential to create something new and meaningful from the old. Through this piece, I encourage viewers to see waste through fresh eyes and to be inspired to think sustainably.
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The Artist
Martin Højer von Friis is a free-thinker and artist who challenges norms by blending street art, meticulous design, and existentialism. Grounded in philosophy and graffiti, he simplifies complexity and creates striking contrasts between function and aesthetics.
His works, often a fusion of installation art and design, invite reflection on human freedom, societal structures, and the pressing necessity of sustainability in the modern world. Martin Højer von Friis crafts art that is both visually and ideologically avant-garde, pushing boundaries in our understanding of value, reuse, and the rapid consumption of our time.
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