Mum turns her son's outgrown toys into 'Happy Art' for first London show
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Kat Vandal, a French-born artist, creates 'Happy Art' by transforming ball pit balls, old toys, and children's memorabilia into vibrant installations. With her latest shows in Berlin and London, Vandal aims to evoke nostalgia through her work, inspired by her childhood and the vibrant street art of London. Her mission is to provoke joy, using colors and symbols that lift spirits while subtly addressing climate change without fearmongering. Vandal also offers commissions to create personalized artworks from children's belongings, celebrating their childhoods in meaningful ways.
Kat Vandal transforms preloved toys and memorabilia into colorful 'Happy Art', aiming to evoke joy and nostalgia while raising awareness about waste.
Inspired by her childhood and the street art of London, Vandal repurposes old toys to provoke dopamine rushes and smiles through vibrant artwork.
Her mission involves uplifting people's spirits with creations featuring bright colors and symbols that trigger fond memories without inducing guilt about over-consumption.
Vandal's artwork encourages people to observe details that connect them to happy anecdotes from their childhoods, aiming for a positive emotional response.
Read at www.hamhigh.co.uk
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