Thomas Dambo

Thomas Dambo Garbage Artist, Recycler, Storyteller. https://us-shop.thomasdambo.com/ I'm Thomas Dambo, Danish recycling artist.
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My mission is simple: 'Waste no more.' I put new life into discarded materials by transforming them into large-scale artworks, showcasing how trash can be converted into treasures. My work aims not only to inspire awe but also to motivate others to see the potential in repurposing materials and to enjoy the creative process. My artistic journey has led me to create artworks in 20 countries across

three continents, including 125 of my signature Trolls. All these projects were realized using hundreds of tons of recycled materials.

Somewhere between the mountains and the rocky coast lays a forest pristine green forgotten by mostand deep in this fores...
12/06/2026

Somewhere between the mountains and the rocky coast lays a forest pristine green forgotten by most
and deep in this forest is a secret place
with 10 golden seeds at the end of a maze

they were hidden by five giant forest trolls
protecting each part of the forest so old
It was told that the trolls spoke the tongue of the trees
and had sworn to protect them from war and disease

Birk had roots, Roskva was wide as the trunks
Gro was like the leaves, breathing life with her lungs
Soren, like branches, would wave in the wind
and Lilja like the flowers each summer would spring

The forest was ancient, had stood for millions of years
but recently the trolls had seen what they had feared
Little people came plenty, across – over the seas
and cut, chub, fell, broke down, most all of the trees


So in fear that a day all the trees would be gone
they collected all seeds for forever and on
Chestnut, cherry, elm, spruce, and hazel
Oak, ash, beech, birch, and a maple

The five trolls now hold around all of the seeds
and harder and harder they started to squeeze
so hard that stars started flashing and shaking
so hard the ground started rumbling and quaking

And right then 10 golden seeds appeared in a haze
The trolls took them and hid them at the end of a maze
Where in secret and safe all the trees could grow tall
Cause a future with no trees, is no future at all

So the question is now, do you want to help
Cause a secret is lost if no one keeps it to themselves
Please run, find the seeds, and hold them in your heart
So if everything gets lost, you’ll know where to start.

If you’re in Tupper Lake, New York or somewhere nearby, this is your sign. Go find Rosa Sunfinger, Basse Buller, Ibbi Pi...
09/06/2026

If you’re in Tupper Lake, New York or somewhere nearby, this is your sign. Go find Rosa Sunfinger, Basse Buller, Ibbi Pip, Kamma Can, Ronja Redeye, and Sofus Lotus from my traveling exhibition, Trolls: Save the Humans. They are now at The Wild Center from June through October 2026🤠💚



📸Great photos by

The trolls don’t mind getting lost in the green. 💚     📸 Photo credits:
07/06/2026

The trolls don’t mind getting lost in the green. 💚



📸 Photo credits:



ART TALKS IN DENMARK! 🤠🎤Hey Troll Hunters!On June 16, I'll be at ARKEN sharing the ideas behind The Garbage Man, my jour...
06/06/2026

ART TALKS IN DENMARK! 🤠🎤

Hey Troll Hunters!

On June 16, I'll be at ARKEN sharing the ideas behind The Garbage Man, my journey into recycled art, and stories from troll projects across five continents.

🇩🇰 Danish Talk
⌚ 17:30–18:30

🇬🇧 English Talk
⌚ 19:30–20:30

📍 ARKEN Museum of Contemporary Art
Skovvej 100, 2635 Ishøj, Denmark

💵 195 DKK per person (museum admission not included)

👇 Ticket links in the comments below 👇
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Hej Troldejægere!

Den 16. juni kommer jeg til ARKEN for at fortælle om idéerne bag The Garbage Man, min rejse ind i genbrugskunst og historier fra troldeprojekter på fem kontinenter.

🇩🇰 Dansk foredrag
⌚ 17:30–18:30

🇬🇧 Engelsk foredrag
⌚ 19:30–20:30

📍 ARKEN Museum for Samtidskunst
Skovvej 100, 2635 Ishøj

💵 195 DKK pr. person (entré til museet er ikke inkluderet)

👇 Billetlinks finder du i kommentarerne nedenfor 👇

Meet Warren 💚Part of The Tree Thieves, in Clinton, Iowa.Check TROLLMAP to find him and 2 more! Link in the comments belo...
02/06/2026

Meet Warren 💚

Part of The Tree Thieves, in Clinton, Iowa.

Check TROLLMAP to find him and 2 more! Link in the comments below ⬇️ 🤠

It took me a few days to process this 💔I’ve received so many messages, photos, and videos since Thursday. Thank you so m...
27/05/2026

It took me a few days to process this 💔

I’ve received so many messages, photos, and videos since Thursday. Thank you so much for all the love for Malin.

Thank you for the memorials, the flowers, the drawings, and all the photos you’ve shared. It truly means a lot.

It’s really heartbreaking. She was built with love alongside hundreds of people in Austin and became part of the community and the wonderful Pease Park she called home.

One of the things I loved most was seeing people share their water with Malin so she could help feed the animals during the really hot seasons.

I was so proud to see the old water tower from the Pickle Research Campus, along with cedar roots donated by locals, recycled and given new life through her. It hurts deeply to know that it all went up in smoke.

My heart is still heavy as I process everything and wait for more information. I truly hope this was just a tragic accident.

For now, I’m sending my love to everyone in Austin ❤️

The Garbage ManNow open at ARKEN Museum of Contemporary Art.🗓️ Open until November 29, 2026🎟️ Link in the comments below...
26/05/2026

The Garbage Man

Now open at ARKEN Museum of Contemporary Art.

🗓️ Open until November 29, 2026
🎟️ Link in the comments below ⬇️

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Salløvvej 3
Roskilde
4621

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