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Money Pieces by Kristi Malakoff is a Series of Cash Creations

Money Pieces by Kristi Malakoff is a series of intricate and incredible paper sculptures made from cash bills from various international currencies.

Kristi Malakoff is a Canadian visual artist who works mostly with paper and also makes flower installations, stamp pieces, drawings and large-scale installations that include 'Swarm,' which is a butterfly wall.

Noteworthy inclusions in the Money Pieces by Kristi Malakoff series include a loon and robin sculpture, made from outdated Canadian $5 and $50 bills. There is a church with a steeple and a log-burning cabin both made from Canadian $100 bills and intriguing contributions using Turkish and Nicaraguan money. Malakoff also has several origami-type stars and geometric sculptures in addition to bringing to life the cultural scenes represented on the cash.
Trend Themes
1. Paper Sculptures - Creating intricate paper sculptures using various currencies presents an opportunity for disruptive innovation in the art and design industry.
2. Upcycling Currency - Exploring the artistic potential of outdated and unused cash bills opens up possibilities for disruptive innovation in the recycling and sustainability sector.
3. Cultural Representation - Using different international currencies to depict cultural scenes offers a chance for disruptive innovation in promoting cross-cultural understanding and appreciation.
Industry Implications
1. Art and Design - Incorporating currency as a medium for art pieces introduces disruptive innovation opportunities in the traditional art market.
2. Recycling and Sustainability - Transforming old cash bills into intricate sculptures contributes to disruptive innovation efforts in sustainable practices and waste reduction.
3. Cross-cultural Communication - Utilizing international currencies to symbolize cultural scenes presents disruptive innovation possibilities in the global communication and education sectors.
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