The “Plastic Ocean” series, created by the Austrian studio Staudinger + Franke, presents a compelling visual story that emphasizes the immediate need to safeguard our oceans against plastic pollution. This collection showcases captivating underwater portraits of models, surrounded by an assortment of discarded plastic objects meticulously collected from coastal regions in Italy. The photographs stunningly juxtapose the gracefulness of human figures with the alarming invasion of plastic waste. They not only provide visual delight but also offer a crucial commentary on the environmental disaster caused by plastic pollution in our seas.

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