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Armando Cabba: 2020’s Contemporary Artist to Watch

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5 years ago

December 28, 2019

Armando Cabba has made waves in the news for his self portraits that have helped open the door to the subject of mental health. The Canadian contemporary artist gained recognition for his more realist portraits that are highly intimate and carry a feeling of uncanny familiarity. As a result of both his artistic pursuits and being outspoken, Armando Cabba has become popular internationally and his work has received a great deal of positive responses.

Even in the age where technology is dominant in every aspect of our daily lives , Armando Cabba’s creations remain incredibly human. Born in Canada, Cabba received his degree in Painting and Drawing in Montreal and then moved to Florence, Italy where he evolved into the artist he is today. Currently, he paints in Paris and runs his own studio/gallery Atelier Cabba.

During his youth, he wanted to become a musician but fate had other plans for him off stage. Cabba failed to get through a music audition and was thrown into the world of painting and drawing in his high school art class. Shortly after discovering his new passion, he was accepted into the Fine Art Program at Dawson College and the rest is history.

Each portrait reveals a high level of technical understanding with every stroke of his brush. What makes his work all the more intriguing is its emotional grasp on the viewer that goes beyond surface level aesthetics of mainstream contemporary art. In every painting, Cabba doesn’t hesitate to reveal his inner psyche in all shapes and forms.

With all that said, it comes as no surprise that Armando Cabba is the artist to watch for 2020. The amount of talent and honesty in him makes him the people’s painter and the art world is beginning to notice. From humble beginnings to being a TedX speaker, the world will be hearing a lot more from Armando Cabba in the new year and decade ahead.

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Turkish Textile Giant Sun Textile Solution Proposal for Drought

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1 month ago

February 4, 2025

Jenny Jackson

While the World Health Organization (WHO) and the United Nations (UN) are seeking solutions to combat drought through various projects, Ekoten Textile, a subsidiary of Turkey’s textile giant Sun Textile, has developed a groundbreaking project in collaboration with a technology startup to minimize the intensive water consumption in the textile industry. This pioneering project, the first of its kind globally, will enable the recycling and reuse of up to 90% of the water used in textile production.

Drought is one of the most pressing issues facing the world today. According to WHO data, 40% of the global population is struggling with water scarcity. By 2030, up to 700 million people could be forced to migrate due to drought. The unconscious use of water in global production processes plays a significant role in the rapid depletion of clean water resources.

The textile industry is one of the sectors with the highest water consumption. In Turkey, while the food industry consumes 22% of the water used for industrial purposes, the textile sector follows closely with 18%. For instance, producing an average of 40 tons of products daily requires 2,500 tons of water, equivalent to the daily water consumption of approximately 10,000 people.

CLEAN WATER RESOURCES FOR HUNDREDS OF THOUSANDS OF PEOPLE EVERY DAY!

In textile production, where clean water resources are heavily consumed, the innovative success of the Turkish company stands out as a global best practice. This initiative will shape the future of the industry. The wastewater recycling project, developed through intensive R&D efforts, will ensure that over 90% of the required water is sourced from recycled supplies.

The reuse of wastewater in production will transform the fate of countries operating in the textile sector. By preventing the use of clean water resources for textile production, this project will free up clean water sources that can meet the daily needs of hundreds of thousands of people.

R&D ACTIVITIES IN 38 COUNTRIES WITH 380 PARTNERS!

Sun Textile places great emphasis on R&D activities, conducting research and development efforts with 380 partners across 38 countries. Sun Textile and its subsidiary Ekoten Textile export nearly 90% of their production, solidifying their identity as a leading exporter. The company ships products to numerous destinations worldwide, including European countries, the UK, and the US. Sun Textile, the leading ready-to-wear exporter in the Aegean Region, achieved a consolidated turnover of 250 million euros in the third quarter of 2024, continuing its active growth trajectory.

OFFERING CUSTOM DESIGNS TO CUSTOMERS

Sun Textile provides its own designed collections to leading brands in Europe and the UK. Ekoten Textile, its subsidiary, is among the most respected knitted fabric manufacturers in Turkey and Europe.

With a dedicated sales team for each major customer group and five design offices in three different countries, Sun Textile creates designs tailored to its customers’ needs. Its largest clients include the Inditex Group, H&M, Jimmy Key, Tesco, Kiabi, Marks & Spencer, and Next.

Sun Textile also extends its sustainability approach to social responsibility, notably for its high ratio of female employees. The company, which went public in 2022, is also listed in dividend indexes.