Torts as art medium
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I sure hope he was only collecting those that had already died. If not, he should be shot if hes not already dead!
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Most are common pet trade species .
But I bet Crazy PETA activists still mad at it
But I bet Crazy PETA activists still mad at it
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I did just that! It certainly doesn't seem like someone associated with this would harm an animal.
I also googled the artist. This is what was said about him and his book.
About the author (2015)
Christopher Marley is an artist and designer who uses natural artifacts as his medium of expression. To create this work, he collects specimens in an environmentally responsible manner from a worldwide network of people who share his passion for nature. His popular first book, Pheromone (2008), focused on his artwork with insects. He lives and works in Oregon.
Chasen, thanks for posting this. I had never heard the term before.
Is it real torts? Or a painting/photograph?
The ones in the picture look to be alive. I’m seeing lots of heads and tails.
I want to get his book. The reviews were incredible.
I agree that these look like live tortoises and turtles ... I struggle to get to pose for my pictures, and am wondering how this artist managed with this design and huge array of beasts.
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I was first introduced to his work through Pheromone and was upset by it until I educated myself on what he was doing.
They are not alive
They are not alive, but preserved
Hhhmmmmmm. He sure has access to a lot of dead torts n turtles.
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Are they dead and stuffed? Very beautiful if they were collected already dead.
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As it says above, he gets them from people all over the world who believe in being closer to nature. Check post # 5.
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For heavens sake , stick to insects . This smacks of animal cruelty. As well as not being beautiful. How about some acrylics?
You're obviously entitled to your opinion, but there's absolutely nothing cruel about it. Have you read up on this or just basing your opinion on a photograph? And since this is your opinion, do insects not rate?
As long as they were already dead, this is super cool! Love the soft shell turtle.
