Inverness College UHI art lecturer to experiment with a new type of metal made from illegal firearms
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An Inverness artist will use a new metal alloy made from destroyed illegal firearms to promote global disarmament.
Frank To will be working in a collaboration with IM Swedish Development Partner, which is the maker and supplier of humanium metal.
Commenting on his new collaboration, Mr To, who lectures in art at Inverness College UHI, said: “There are a lot of pressing international issues that we should all take note of such as climate change. We live in a very uncertain world.
“To me, the collaboration with IM Swedish Development Partner in regard to the humanium metal Initiative is important as I feel as a human being I am doing my part in making this world a better place for future generations.”
Mr To’s recognition at international level has grown in recent years thanks to his experimental work with ignited gunpowder, with his work being exhibited alongside acclaimed artists such as Banksy and Jimmy Choo, meeting the favour of collectors such as actor Sir Patrick Stewart.
Recently he has been accepted into both the prestigious Royal West of England Academy of Art Exhibition in Bristol and the Royal Ulster Academy of Art Exhibition in Belfast, as well as being selected for annual exhibition of the Royal Scottish Academy.
Simon Marke Gran, global project manager for Humanium, said: “Just like humanium metal by IM, Frank To turns destructive elements into symbols for peaceful development, inspiring people to join hands to find a solution to one of the world’s greatest problems – armed violence.
“We hope that Frank To is one of the first of many artists to join our cause as advocates for peace and non-violence.”
