representing more than 500 pieces of plastic debris found in the digestive tract of an albatross chick | Mandy Barker

The pattern-like designs of photographer, Mandy Barker, are not only beautiful but they also carry a heavy social message. The photos, composed of debris washed ashore from around the world, aim to generate an emotional response to our consumption of plastic materials and bring awareness to the long term effects it has on our environment. View more of her work here and make sure to read each caption. It definitely makes you question your purchases.

– Jessie Whipple Vickery

beach debris | Mandy Barker

beach debris | Mandy Barker