Who knew soda cans could look this good? Artist Eunseok Han is turning everyday aluminum cans into something truly spectacular—vibrant, colorful sculptures and jewelry that shimmer with movement and life. Her upcoming solo exhibition, Cantastic!, opens this summer at Mobilia Gallery in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and it’s proof that recycled art can be both eco-conscious and stunningly beautiful.
At first glance, Han’s work looks like sleek design pieces or high-end art jewelry. But look closer, and you’ll realize everything is made from recycled soda and beer cans. Armed with just scissors, her hands, and an incredible eye for color and form, she cuts, bends, and layers the aluminum into sculptural vessels, wearable art, and rippling wall pieces. Each one is a testament to what’s possible when creativity meets sustainability.
What sets Han’s Cantastic art apart is more than just the upcycled materials. Her work is inspired by the sea—the rhythm of waves, the shimmer of tides, the constant motion of water. She brings this energy into her art through careful placement of colors and logos, creating pieces that feel alive with texture, light, and movement.
Han’s art isn’t just clever; it’s poetic. Every swirl, curve, and twist of her recycled soda can art is intentional, evoking nature’s dynamic flow. The way she turns discarded materials into something so thoughtful and elegant is what makes her work truly special.
Cantastic! will be on display at Mobilia Gallery this summer. If you’re curious to see more, check out the gallery’s website or follow Eunseok Han on Instagram for a closer look at her colorful, can-crafted world.
