Pixelache launched it's 2016 Trashlab programme with an afternoon session in the sculpture department of Kuvataideakateemia's kitchen. Hosted by Pixelache's Justin Tyle Tate, the session found a variety of participants fixing clothes, electronics, toys, and bicycles, with some experimentation as well.
Trashlab will continue throughout the year with regular activities. Check back here or on the usual channels for more information and announcements.
Some photos from yesterday's session are shown above, and you may also find the whole gallery on Flickr.
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