Wang Xiaolei started ‘ denim paintings ’ in hope of protecting environment . His interest was strengthened after visiting the University of Manchester . Subjects range from Audrey Hepburn to David Beckham . The artist has been painting for over 20 years and his work is sold at a number of galleries around China including Shanghai Art Museum, Beijing Art Gallery and Hong Kong Fine Arts Museum.
Wang Xiaolei started ‘ denim paintings ’ in hope of protecting environment . His interest was strengthened after visiting the University of Manchester . Subjects range from Audrey Hepburn to David Beckham . A painting could contain 10,000 pieces of denim and take 6 months to make .