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Art is a perfect way to communicate and highlight all the issues and problems that arise. It is also a means to open people's eyes and let them finally see things that were swept under the rug and not touched for the longest time. 

German artist Steffen Kraft, also known as Iconeo, creates thought-provoking illustrations that enable one to self-reflect and to see the world from a different point of view. Bored Panda has shared his artworks with you pandas before (you can find them here). Since that time the artist created some more profound illustrations. His drawings are impressive and communicate important messages that come from observing our modern society. Which one is the most relatable to you?

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best turtle
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4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

it sure as hell will matter when i stuff it down your throat

Kara Jam
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4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Just a little clog in your throat won’t matter

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Tami
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4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It hurts to think of all the creatures who will suffer when they get tangled up in those masks that have been carelessly dropped the past couple years.

Ozymandias73
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4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

F*** these people!! I can't stand it when I see litter/garbage on the ground when I'm outside walking. Like c'mon, there are PLENTY of garbage cans around. ESPECIALLY here downtown!! Sickening.

Pollywog
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4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I've been known to stop my car and make the passenger get out and pick up whatever they threw out the window!!!! There's a trash bag and an ashtray for a reason!!

Julieandthephatones
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4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

yess the inclusion of masks.. it is so disgusting how this happens

Samantha Melnychuk
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4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The way my mom put it, WHEN I WAS 5 and understood, was what if instead of outside, everyone in the world went to your bedroom to drop a piece of garbage?

Summer Mason
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4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I have pulled over and made me middle child pick up 4 pieces of trash up with his own cause he threw it out the window. No sht given. I will not tolerate this behavior.

EEF🤓
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4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I saw someone throw out a coffee cup the other day on the street. They were literally right beside a bin 😡

JD Lee
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4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Regardless of your standing in life, whenever I see someone litter I immediately assume they are ignorant and trashy.

Jana Dawl
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4 years ago

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Nyx Laforte
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4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

"A little trash won't matter" said the oil Barron, watching his oil rig drill into the earth. "It's the consumers' fault for demanding the supply"

maniaxtribe
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4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

same happens here in Spain - locals expect that it's the work of the army of garbage men to clear the streets

Cheryl C
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4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The first time I saw a mask as litter the pandemic became real.

Dre Mosley
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4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Annoying. Can't tell you how many times I've seen discarded masks as I walked across a parking lot.

Alexandre Senatore Pereira
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4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I collect the litter on the way while walking my dogs.

Ava Lawson
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4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Once when I was taking a walk with my brother we were taking our masks off and holding them until we got home and threw them away but when we took them off and held them this old lady behind us said “No no just throw it down” Like what the heck!? And my brother was like “uh what?” Then she said “throw it on the floor it’s fine” And she was WAY older than us so he did not want to be rood so he put it on the sidewalk! And when she walked pass us and was in front my brother ran back up and picked it up. It felt so good to know that my brother hade some sense in him. But I can’t believe an old lady would do that .

Lina Ponce
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4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It's not just litterbugs, landfills too. So that's the bigger problem the world is facing. Or avoiding, depending on your local policies and procedures. (Just trash it)

Misty Pendergrast
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4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Exactly why I buy in bulk using refillable containers/bags as often as possible, from dry goods to laundry detergent. It's a little more expensive, but it's worth it to keep bottles and bags out of the landfill. Granted I haven't been doing that in the age of covid, because I haven't been going into stores, but I plan to resume as soon as possible, once my kids get their vaccines. In the meantime, I reuse as much as possible, recycle whatever can be, and try to minimize waste anywhere I can.

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Thomas Sweda
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4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What are the odds that all four of theses people drop their stuff at the exact same time ?

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Steffen also creates other witty art that you can check out on his Instagram account, as well as Facebook, Twitter and other social media. What are your thoughts on these artworks? Were they inspirational for you as much as they were for us? Don’t forget to leave a comment below!

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    Chrissie Mörbe
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    make that last one "during corona" as well, since there are so many idiots travelling.

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    Corey Smith
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In the U.S., popular vote for the president does not matter.

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    ZAPanda
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    phones in bed is poison. Only an anecdote, but don't do it.

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    Ozymandias73
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not sure if what the meaning is supposed to be, but I like the picture

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    MyOpinionHasBeenServed
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Then don't. Make something. Invite people over. Give people experiences than a bunch of stuff they could buy themselves.

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    René Studer
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have never envied parents. Not even a little bit.

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    ZAPanda
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My policy is to do maintenance messages. Just go down the list of people and anyone you haven't messaged for over a month, send one asking after them.

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    ZAPanda
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It would make a big difference. If you are somewhere with no public transport - or sketchy P.T., then really, you need one. I mean, your spouse is having a heart attack, and you know ambulance will take like an hour to get there, you need a car. Ditto if you have a job interview. PT will never get you to a job interview on time.

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    Sneeze
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    this actually happened to me, we both came out at the same time

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    PenitentEyeball
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The dog is wearing a mask, poor thing probably doesn’t need it.

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    WilvanderHeijden
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In the Netherlands: "It's 4.30 PM. why are you still here? "

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