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Nathan Wyburn is a contemporary pop culture artist known for his unique portraits, which he creates using everything but paint. Nathan gets creative with coffee, lipstick, ketchup, and other materials. He also puts together collages using images of the person he chooses to portray.

His subjects are usually well-known celebrities like Jason Momoa, the Jonas Brothers, and others, many of whom Nathan has met in real life!

So, without further ado, we invite you to explore Nathan's incredible gallery of works and make sure to read the interview with the artist added down below!

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Miriam Margolyes

Miriam Margolyes

"Portrait made using a stamp of her favorite swear word… on pages of her new book!"

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Ha, yes Miriam (and Nathan of course). Finally found a way around BPs silly censorship.

In an interview with Bored Panda, Nathan shared more about himself and his background.

“I’m an artist from Wales in the UK, who specialises mostly in creating iconic pop culture artworks using unconventional materials. These often include food items and everyday things you may use without thinking they could be utilised for art. It’s been my full-time profession for over a decade and it’s an absolute dream come true to travel the world and create art every day of my life.”

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    Ncuti Gatwa

    Ncuti Gatwa

    A portrait created entirely using images of all previous Doctors in Doctor Who before him.

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    Billy Ocean

    Billy Ocean

    "Portrait collaged entirely using the covers of his records over his career!"

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    We were wondering what initially drew Nathan to the world of artistry. He responded: “I always loved drawing portraits of people from a young age. I began making works of celebrities I admire and then it naturally became my profession by uploading videos to YouTube and various other social media platforms as they grew over the years.

    The playfulness of using anything and everything to make art keeps me and my audience excited as to what’s coming next. I now get to work with some of the biggest brands and stars in the world! Including presenting work to Mariah Carey, Tom Holland, and Logan Paul!”

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    David Boreanaz

    David Boreanaz

    "I created it entirely using fake blood fingerprints and handprints!"

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    Nathan uses unconventional materials like coffee, chocolate, and lipstick in his art; therefore, we wanted to know what inspired him to work with these everyday items, and how they help tell each piece's story.

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    “Every piece relates to the person I’m creating in some way. It can be a breaking news story, a stereotype or character trait of that person or simply a song lyric or movie quote. Inspiration for new works comes from everywhere. When you don’t limit yourself as to what can be used for art, then the world really is your playground. I love it! It can be silly and fun, and sometimes even hold a more powerful, meaningful message,” explained Nathan.

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    Vicky Mcclure

    Vicky Mcclure

    "It’s crafted using police tape referencing some of her onscreen characters, including Kate in Line of Duty!"

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    Nathan also told us more about his creative process.

    “The basics are always drawing, sketching outlines and planning the materials. Understanding how long things take to dry, how much of it you need to make each piece really unique. I have quite a short attention span so I like to work very quick. I think the energy I put into each artwork can be seen in the brush strokes and splashes - whether it’s with paint or ketchup!”

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    Mr Doodle

    Mr Doodle

    A collage made out of images of Mr Doodle throughout his career.

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    When asked if there are any new materials or themes Nathan is excited to try, he wrote: “Always. I never limit myself. I love working on a large scale so I think that’s where I’ll focus my attention next. Maybe break a world record for the largest ever portrait created? Who knows!”

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    Russell Crowe

    Russell Crowe

    "His portrait is collaged entirely using images of him on stage with his live music and every single movie he’s ever starred in!"

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    Anthony Daniels

    Anthony Daniels

    Collage made from screengrabs.

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    Lastly, Nathan added: “More than anything, I like to get across the message that art is good for all us. No matter your skill level, age, background, and especially what material you’re using. Just create! Let the energy flow and magic happens.”

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    The Jonas Brothers

    The Jonas Brothers

    Painted with their waffle house inspired chocolatey food art portraits.

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    Rebecca Ferguson

    Rebecca Ferguson

    Lipstick kisses art.

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    Ed Gamble

    Ed Gamble

    Painted using mustard and ketchup.

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    Sam Palladio

    Sam Palladio

    Made using Tennessee bbq sauce.

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    Rag’n’bone Man

    Rag’n’bone Man

    Portrait created using rags (and some little plastic bones).

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    Annette Badland

    Annette Badland

    Coffee portrait.

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    Leann Rimes Cibrian

    Leann Rimes Cibrian

    Coffee portrait.

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    James Blunt

    James Blunt

    Portrait, crafted entirely from the charcoal of a bonfire.

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    Thomas Ian Nicholas

    Thomas Ian Nicholas

    Portrait made using blackberry pie.

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    Lesley Joseph

    Lesley Joseph

    "A piece of my art, commissioned using lipstick!"

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    Josh Taylor

    Josh Taylor

    Created using Frank’s Hot Sauce!

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    Nick Di Giovanni

    Nick Di Giovanni

    Painted with coffee.

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    Amy Dumas/Lita

    Amy Dumas/Lita

    "Presenting Lita with her machete (no paint brush) painting!"

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    Sharon Osbourne

    Sharon Osbourne

    Portrait created entirely using lipstick and kisses!

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    Louis Rees-Zammit

    Louis Rees-Zammit

    "A collage of his entire life and career to date!"

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    Sam Ryder

    Sam Ryder

    “Flying saucers” sweets art!

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    Sophie Ellis-Bextor

    Sophie Ellis-Bextor

    Portrait made using lipstick.

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    Lauren Price

    Lauren Price

    "Lauren price painted with a boxing glove!"

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    Jack Rooke

    Jack Rooke

    Tomato ketchup portrait.

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    Toheeb Jimoh

    Toheeb Jimoh

    Portrait, crafted entirely from tape.

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    Sophie Ellis-Bextor

    Sophie Ellis-Bextor

    Murder on the Dancefloor inspired blood red glitter art.

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    Billy Porter

    Billy Porter

    Portrait collaged together using chopped-up images of The Mona Lisa, celebrating Billy’s new album #BlackMonaLisa.

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    Tom Wlaschiha

    Tom Wlaschiha

    Created with coffee.

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    Beverley Knight

    Beverley Knight

    Lipstick kisses portrait.

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    Phil Dunster

    Phil Dunster

    Made using jam tarts.

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    Landon Harvey

    Landon Harvey

    Coffee art.

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    Josh & Kally

    Josh & Kally

    Collage created using all their listeners.

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    Zoe Birkett

    Zoe Birkett

    Golden glitter artwork that reflects the iconic TINA The Musical London poster.

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    Sam Thompson And Pete Wicks

    Sam Thompson And Pete Wicks

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    Charlotte Church

    Charlotte Church

    "The message of love on my golden glitter portrait."

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    Tom Francis

    Tom Francis

    Portrait made using lipstick, inspired by the love/obsession theme within Sunset Boulevard alongside Nicole Scherzinger.

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    Pete Waterman

    Pete Waterman

    portrait collaged up of all the @stockaitkenwaterman hits!!

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    Jack Ryder

    Jack Ryder

    Created with coffee.

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    Jackie Burns

    Jackie Burns

    Lipstick art.

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    Steve Speirs

    Steve Speirs

    Coffee art.

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    Newton Faulkner

    Newton Faulkner

    Coffee art.

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    Sam Tutty

    Sam Tutty

    Coffee art.

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    Andrew Scott

    Andrew Scott

    Portrait made with coffee.

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