Calling his medium “obtainium,” Chris Reiner uses recycled materials and finds inspiration in the items people throw away, giving his discoveries new life, usually in a different form. In this way, Reiner explores issues facing all of us - environmental change, social responsibility and the individual’s role in a rapidly changing world.

The title The Separatist refers to a social breakaway region – still connected, yet distancing itself from others.    Click here to see a detail photo.