Please note, this workshop has been postponed. Stay tuned for the new date.
The United States wastes nearly 60 million tons of food annually—almost 40% of the entire food supply—with fruits and vegetables making up a significant portion.
But what if we could turn this challenge into an opportunity for creativity and innovation? Virginia Tech has developed a unique process to transform fruit and vegetable food waste into vibrant art pigments.
In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to repurpose discarded food into sustainable materials, sparking creativity while fostering environmental responsibility. Join us to explore how waste can have new life and purpose, inspiring sustainable practices both at work and in everyday life.
Led by Yoon Jung Choi PhD, Virginia Tech Assistant Professor of Industrial Design, School of Design
Come ready to paint!
Think Differently – These seminars offer creative professional development at the intersection of art, innovation, and daily life.
This seminar is designed through creativity between the Institute for Creative, Arts, and Technology at Virginia Tech, Expressions at Amazon Arlington, and the City of Alexandria’s Office of the Arts.
