CLEAN : In London a chewing gum artist makes miniature marvels from throwaway culture

Ben Wilson, known as the chewing gum man, transforms discarded chewing gum into art on the streets of London and other European cities. By painting on gum, he avoids legal issues related to vandalism. His work is a form of recycling, turning waste into art. Wilson uses acrylic enamel paints and a burner to create his pieces, which are found in various locations across Europe. His art encourages public curiosity and highlights the environmental impact of human waste, aiming to create something positive from discarded materials.

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