Ben Wilson - The Chewing Gum Man

Most people know the artist Ben Wilson primarily for his thousands of intricate miniature paintings that are crafted on discarded pieces of chewing gum.

Often carrying deeply personal messages or meanings suggested by the various people he happens to meet along his artistic journey, the uniquely created ‘gum pics’ have continually amazed and delighted pedestrians since he began this unique journey back in 2004.

However, his artistic work is far more varied and complex than one might initially think, as it involves a rich diversity of materials and media.

From his beautifully detailed paintings on tiny ceramic tiles to his expansive and thought-provoking outdoor sculptural environments, Ben approaches his artistic practice in a consciously spontaneous manner, allowing each artwork to naturally evolve from its unique place and the specific time in which it is created.

Ben will be exhibiting a selection of his wonderful works on canvas during this edition of INCAHOOTS…