Question

A sculpture of an elephant is made entirely of plastic water bottles.



Question
How are art and conservation science connected in this sculpture?
(1 point)
Responses

The artist was repurposing materials to create art.
The artist was repurposing materials to create art.

The artist only used brand-new materials to create art.
The artist only used brand-new materials to create art.

The artist created a piece that could not be seen by others.
The artist created a piece that could not be seen by others.

The artist used chemical reactions of materials to create the sculpture.

Answer 1

The artist was repurposing materials to create art.

Explanation: Using discarded plastic bottles turns waste into artwork and highlights recycling/upcycling and resource conservation, linking artistic practice with conservation science.