The wasted works

Recently i went to the museum of Manchester science and industry and I went to an exhibition as part of the Manchester science festival. I went and saw “the wasted works” exhibition.
On the museum of science and industry (MOSI0 leaflet it stated: -
“recently scientists have discovered the rich source stem cells in discarded body parts such as bones...wasted is a collection of artworks exploring the life-giving potential of discarded body parts...and notions of what constitutes informed consent.” (MOSI leaflet ,2012)
This exhibition was to show the work of artist Gina Czarnecki. Czarnecki is an artist of many talents. She “makes films, installations, public art works and sculpture.”  (MOSI wall ,2012)
For this exhibition Czarnecki collaborated with Professor Sam Rankin who is a stem biologist, she also collaborated with an ethics committee when developing her pieces of work.
In the museum the main sculpture that was situated right in the centre of the room was “the tooth palace”. This was a very large clear resin sculpture situated on a black platform with uv lights shining down on it giving it a magical pearl effect. The sculpture almost looked like it was made out of ice and within the piece were entrapped bubbles.
On closer inspection this resin palace was scattered with teeth placed down creatively. These teeth were “donated by children from around the UK, creating a Tooth Fairy Palace” (MOSI wall, 2012) . Some teeth were in clusters laid down over one another. Other teeth were placed down in rows next to one another with the roots showing. This palace was truly beautiful, unique and quirky.
Another interesting point about this piece is that this sculpture isn’t yet complete. People can continue to donate their teeth to be included in this sculpture.  This opens up the idea of a fashion item created with a surface design that is never completed or may be completed by the garment owner.  The clothing that may morph into a new design if the wearer continues the develop the designers fashion idea.
Other pieces of this exhibition included the “installation of dental casts, 2012”. This featured many dental casts placed in rows on a black platform. One of the main points I liked about this piece is that it was taking unwanted products and creating a new unique piece.

I shall upload my photos of these Pieces soon!