Artist Concept:
"Lip Service" explores the intersection between beauty and consumerism. The old gilt frame, repurposed from a second-hand shop, serves as a vessel for the community-sourced lipsticks. Each lipstick, with its unique colour and shape, contributes to a vibrant and chaotic mosaic. This piece reflects the overwhelming abundance and diverse allure of beauty products while simultaneously critiquing the excess and clutter that come with consumer culture.
Junk and Disorderly Disclaimer:
I am in the business of Junk, old unused items people are going to throw away. My joy as a recreator is to wave my magic shiny wand and transform them into something I am proud to send out my door. It must be said though, that there is nothing perfect in the old (sorry mum) - if you look closely, you are going to find rust, scratches or the odd ugly backside as I endeavour to do my best in a sustainable way. With upcycling, must come the understanding that these come to you flawed. like the sediment in an old wine, or a tarnished old coin from years ago. Enjoy the old and celebrate our flaws, old or new! Thanks MSM.
Size: Height 47cm, Length 32cm.
Lip Service
My Shiny Perspective:
Ever wondered what happens when you combine a treasure hunt through your local community’s makeup bags with a second-hand shop find? Well, this! "Lip Service" is what happens when lipsticks come out of retirement for one last glamorous hurrah, and they bring their besties—excess and chaos—along for the ride. It’s like a Nice and Urlich after-party, but for beauty products that refuse to fade quietly.
