Plastialiste

Plastialiste is a term used to describe an artistic movement or individual artist that focuses on the creation of art primarily using plastic materials. This can encompass a wide range of techniques and forms, from sculpture and installation art to collage and mixed media. Artists working within this approach often explore the inherent properties of plastic, such as its malleability, durability, and vibrant colors, to convey their artistic concepts.

The movement, or trend, emerged as artists began to engage with the proliferation of plastic in the modern world and its societal impact. Plastialiste artists may utilize discarded or recycled plastics, giving new life to materials that are often associated with waste and environmental concerns. Alternatively, they might employ new plastic products to create works that comment on consumer culture, artificiality, or the future of materials. The aesthetic qualities of plastic, from its smooth, synthetic surfaces to its translucent or opaque nature, are frequently central to the visual experience of Plastialiste art. The term itself is a portmanteau, combining "plastic" with "-aliste," suggesting a dedicated adherent or proponent of this particular artistic medium.