All images © Cyrus Kabiru, shared with permission
Ranging from mechanical parts and cooking utensils to plastic caps and beads, Kenyan artist fashions dazzling eyewear and helmets from salvaged and found objects. The futuristic forms often obscure the eyes like an ornamental veil, and motorbike helmets provide a fitting canvas for fins and frills.
Kabiru () originally began making innovative glasses after being denied a pair when he was young. The variety of materials the artist found around his hometown of Nairobi inspired him to create playful versions, bringing joy to those around him. Over time, his creations have grown and become more elaborate, hinting at mysterious technological functions.
Kabiru has recently begun larger standalone sculptures, and you can explore more of his work on .
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