Photos: Indonesia’s 'Silvermen' Beg for Survival

In Jakarta, a city grappling with rising costs of living and unemployment, street artists have taken up a unconventional yet effective form of support by painting themselves silver to attract passersby for small donations. The trio, known as "silvermen," reported earning up to 200,000 rupiah ($12 USD) per day on a good day before retreating to their homes to remove the metallic paint they applied to their bodies in the rain. Despite the embarrassment and modest income compared to more stable jobs, they continue this practice, hopeful for better opportunities and a brighter future for their loved ones.