Green Saint Project

Bin Chickens 2025

12 parts: Recycled cans, fabric, wire, and electrical tape
50 x 40 x 18 cm

About the Work

The creation of these ibis sculptures from recycled materials aims to blend artistry with environmental consciousness, exploring themes of resilience and renewal. The iconic ibis, a symbol of adaptability and humour, serves as a poignant reminder of the beauty that can emerge from the remnants of our consumer culture. The ibis has adapted to the loss of its natural food supply by eating rubbish and pest species.

Each piece of material here has a story: discarded cans and repurposed metal come together to form a familiar backyard scene. The inner parts of the cans reflect the light, offering a shimmering effect on the ibises’ feathers.

By transforming waste into art, the artists invite viewers to reflect on their relationship with nature and the impact of their choices on the environment and wildlife. The process of assembling these materials mirrors the way ecosystems adapt and thrive, even in the face of adversity.

About the Artist

Green Saint Project are Dahé Wie and Jacqueline Burchell, a duo of emerging artists who believe in the beauty of ibis birds. Both graphic designers and fine artists living in Townsville, the two connected through Design Works Apparel, a company that creates wearable art—clothing printed on recycled fabric. The duo believes in the social and environmental effect of art, and they work towards creating art that is relatable and addresses existing issues through humour.