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Recycled pop culture icons by MakaonWe love recycled art projects that divert waste from landfills, but we are especially fond of artists who put a little creativity and color into their designs. <a href="http://akikannkurafuto.web.fc2.com">Japanese artist Makaon</a> uses all kinds of found materials (including coke cans and white glossy cardboard packaging adored with Japanese print and other "waste") to fashion miniature replicas of some of America's favorite pop culture icons.1
Recycled pop culture icons by MakaonThe Mario Brothers2
Recycled pop culture icons by MakaonNo collection of pop culture icons is complete without The Smurfs3
Recycled pop culture icons by MakaonWe're deeply impressed with how well Makaon was able to match the colors and detail4
Recycled pop culture icons by MakaonThe Toy Story characters look so alive, no?5
Recycled pop culture icons by MakaonLittle Kitty shines6
Recycled pop culture icons by MakaonAnd Batman, of course. What a great, fun project.7
