ALBERTINA ACADEMY OF FINE ARTS - TURIN, ITALY
2021-2023

The necessity to preserve, store and transport liquids has vexed mankind since the dawn of early civilization. Modern times presented a plethora of options, but some of them - like the use of PET - have harmful environmental consequences for the ocean, the fauna and flora and for the entire food chain.

With the “Aluminium can…change?” project, the Sehen Foundation encourages students and young generations to seriously reflect upon the environmental impact of consumable goods, their full production cycle and their packaging. The focus is on the aluminium cans and their high percentage of recycling which, together with glass containers are clear winners, in comparison to the other materials used in the handling and storage of liquids. The initiative was taken by the students of the Albertina Academy of Fine Arts in Turin, together with the School of Artistic Design for Business and professors from the Polytechnic of Turin. This inter-disciplinary project ranges from the history of aluminium containers to the analysis of aluminium characteristics, through art and design with the aim to discover new shapes and uses with a strong awareness of sustainability and environmental issues.

The project culminated in the publication of a multi-lingual catalogue and an exhibition of student works in June 2023. The project will further continue with a travelling exhibition in other prestigious institutions and cities.

Link to the catalogue: Aluminium Can... Change?
For more information: Accademia Albertina di Belle Arti di Torino