UM photography director Robert Jordan photographs English major Kyla Clark at the Oxford Recycling Center to promote the upcoming Eco Fashion Gala, which happens April 23 as part of Green Week 2014. Theatre major Jeffery Peavy designed the dress, which is made out of plastic bags and other uncommon materials.
Recently, a few of us had the chance to get out of the office for the afternoon and head over to the Oxford Recycling Center, which is kind of a photography goldmine, I think—tons of old electronics, crushed cans and a truck full of wet newspapers. What more could you ask for? The weather was also great for the shoot: overcast and a little windy. We were there to take photos to promote the University of Mississippi Office of Sustainability’s Eco Fashion Gala, which is taking place during Green Week 2014 in late April. Two students modeled clothes made out of plastic bags and other uncommon materials. I’m looking forward to seeing the finished product and attending the fashion show!