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Creating Treasure from Trash
The rise of Fijian sculptor Stanley Waradi
Up and coming sculptor Stanley Waradi with some of his creations at his Nadi home. Photos: Ernest Heatley
By Ernest Heatley
A young Nadi-based artist is redefining the boundaries of
creativity through stunning sculptures made from discarded
everyday items.
Thirty-year-old sculptor Stanley Waradi has turned cast-off
materials into masterpieces, earning national recognition and a
growing fan base.
Born and raised in Taveuni, Waradi recently took home the
prestigious sculptor award at the Fiji National Fine Arts Awards.
His pioneering works, crafted primarily from recycled
materials, are not only visually captivating but also demonstrate
the potential of sustainable art in Fiji.
Creative roots
Waradi comes from a uniquely artistic family, with his craftsman
father and artist mother providing a fertile ground for his creativity
to flourish.
An exquisite piece created by Waradi currently up for viewing at the
National Art Gallery in Suva.
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