# Project Description

"Consumption"

Rhea Thomas-Simms

Summary

Final work

College School of Pre-Degree Studies

Course UAL Foundation Diploma in Art and Design

Graduation year 2025

This project draws deeply from the theme of ‘consumption’ and its lingering effects, especially on a personal level. I’ve long been fascinated, and at times unsettled, by the quiet ways consumption weaves itself into our lives: not just through materialism, but emotionally, mentally, even spiritually. In a world that glorifies excess and constant desire, I felt compelled to peel back the polished surface and reveal the hidden cost.

Final work

Consumption

Acrylic paint on canvas board, A2 ( 6.5in x 23.4in)

Control

Acrylic paint on canvas, A3 ( 11.7 in x 16.5 in)

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This project draws deeply from the theme of ‘consumption’ and its lingering effects, especially on a personal level. I’ve long been fascinated, and at times unsettled, by the quiet ways consumption weaves itself into our lives: not j...

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