Mary Claire Page

No Pain, No

Based on a true story. This piece is an early iteration of what became Mary Page's thesis work, "Employee of the Month".

“No Pain, No” is a response to the “profit over people” mindset. It is common for people to feel the need to “grind” in order to achieve anything. In reality, we are being robbed of our time and energy for little compensation, and we are expected to do so with a smile and can-do attitude.This piece was made of single-use plastic, old couch stuffing, cardboard and foam from online orders, and textile waste. Not only does giving trash a second life keep it out of landfills, but it also aims to criticize the waste produced by large corporations who have no interest in operating in a sustainable way. ”