"How much life do our electronic products have?" Foreign photographer Benjamin Von Wong once had such a question. Nowadays, electronic products such as computers, televisions, and mobile phones have become an indispensable part of our lives. As electronic products are updated and processed over and over again, more and more electronic waste is generated, which has a certain impact on the environment. Benjamin Von Wong transforms neglected pieces of electronic waste into surreal works of art that raise awareness of the issue.
Benjamin Von Wong and his team remind us that less than 15% of e-waste is recycled, with the rest ending up in landfill. They believe that only by raising awareness can people realize that it is time to recycle rather than trash. Benjamin Von Wong decided to use his photography skills to help do just that. He obtained about 1,860 kilograms of e-waste from Dell, which is about what an American is likely to use in a lifetime.
Fifty volunteers spent 10 days sorting the e-waste into laptops, computer motherboards and keyboards. The photographer and his crew also built structures for the sets using wood, paint and simple tools. Volunteers spent six hours on each arch, covering them with computer motherboards. Eight hours were also spent styling the models’ hair, makeup and body paint. Then, he creates, and the overall effect is very stunning and thought-provoking. He hopes that more people will use "recycling" instead of "discarding" to protect the environment.
