![Portable City: Melbourne by Yin Xiuzhen…
Chinese artist Yin Xiuzhen [recycles] old clothing and textiles to create intricate works that examine the political, social, historical, environmental, and human constructs that surround her. One of her most famous works to date is the ‘portable city’ series - cloth construction in suitcases of major cities.
‘Portable City: Melbourne’ is based on Yin’s experience of living in the city (for three months). [Materials include] a suitcase, used clothes, magnifying glass, map, sound, and light.](http://26.media.tumblr.com/eEpoSv5pDkh5ey98PzNaRtSBo1_500.jpg)
Portable City: Melbourne by Yin Xiuzhen…
Chinese artist Yin Xiuzhen [recycles] old clothing and textiles to create intricate works that examine the political, social, historical, environmental, and human constructs that surround her. One of her most famous works to date is the ‘portable city’ series - cloth construction in suitcases of major cities.
‘Portable City: Melbourne’ is based on Yin’s experience of living in the city (for three months). [Materials include] a suitcase, used clothes, magnifying glass, map, sound, and light.
