From November 25 to 27, 2025, Young Researchers of Serbia organized the second edition of the upcycling art exhibition “Transparent: Don’t Buy – Create!” at the N.EON Gallery in Belgrade.

Professional artists, students, and creatives from various fields came together to demonstrate how discarded materials can be transformed into inspiring works of art and carriers of important messages about our daily habits and responsible use of resources.

All works are now available in a digital catalogue. This is an opportunity to explore diverse and original approaches to upcycling, from glass, metal, and textiles to creative combinations of different materials. The works inspire reflection on how we, too, can use resources more responsibly and give new life to everyday objects.

You can download and explore the digital catalogue here:

Transparent: Don’t Buy – Create – Exhibition Catalogue

The “Transparent: Don’t Buy – Create!” exhibition and contest are part of the broader campaign “Transparent” implemented by Young Researchers of Serbia with support from Sweden, aiming to encourage changes in habits, responsible resource use, and reflection on what we leave behind, in both art and everyday life.