Street Art - Chewing Gum Paintings

    Throughout the semester, I have been introduced to many new and different types of art, and this is just another example of the immense variety of art in our world. Digital Media class has shown me new types of digital art, but I can not resist looking at other types too... like those made out of used chewing gum.

 Ben Wilson's, a London based artist, creations might repulse some, but his skill and creativity should outweigh the germ issues and impress anyone interested in different art mediums. Wilson searched the streets for used bits of gum, ones that have been around for a while and thus lost their

moisture. He then heats them up and applies a lacquer, allowing his "paintings" to last. 

Images credit to kuriositas

"The Commute"

Going into this project I was very unsure of the direction I would take and had many different ideas on the subject matter I would focus on. After much thought, I decided to focus on my experience in New York City and the commute I took into the city every morning and back home again at night. During my daily commute I encountered many interesting people and situations, but mostly I kept to myself, reflecting on the day or day dreaming. 

Through the use of ambient sounds, abrupt clips and sequences I believe it is easy to understand the emotion of this experience and perhaps even feel it for yourself.