OVERFLOW
This surrealistic collage captures the striking transformation of Groningen during the garbage collectors' strike, most notably on Monday, February 13, 2023. Composed of 40 high-resolution photographs taken over three days, the artwork documents the overwhelming accumulation of trash in the city streets. Overflowing bins, scattered waste, and the chaos of uncollected garbage blend seamlessly into a single, surreal image that reimagines the urban environment as a landscape consumed by excess. The piece emphasizes the ubiquity of logos and branding within the waste, their vibrant colors and crisp designs standing out in high quality amidst the chaos. This deliberate focus underscores the omnipresence of consumer culture and overconsumption, as even in decay, these symbols of commerce dominate the visual narrative. The juxtaposition of polished corporate imagery with the grotesque overflow of trash creates a jarring commentary on the cycles of consumption and disposal. "Overflow" confronts viewers with the consequences of human excess, challenging them to reflect on the fragility of urban order and the environmental impact of unchecked consumerism.