3D Polymorphic Artwork Creation

Strips of wood are individually cut and taped together.  A design is sectioned off and each color on one side of the artwork is individually painted with acrylic paints.  Depending on the desired effect, paints may be airbrushed or strips painted with a brush individually. This example will be the right side of the resulting artwork,.

A polymorphic artwork does not have just a single point of view.  The viewer’s perception of the art changes and the art appears to morph as the viewer looks at the art from various positions.  Mark uses wood pieces cut at 45 degree angles.  The left sides of each wood slat is painted with one design and color palette.  The right side is painted with a different design and colors.  Because the wood is raised, when viewed from either side you only see one color/design combination.  However, when viewed from the front of the artwork, the two designs morph into an explosion of colors and a third design.

The wood is flipped over and painted on the other side with different color acrylic paints. This example will be the left side of the artwork.

Mark cuts the wood pieces himself and colors the art in stages using a brush or an airbrush for each individual color.  The process is extremely time-coming and must be meticulously done because of the sharp lines and edges.  Mark also cuts and paints a custom wood frame for each piece of artwork.  He has made several different styles of frames, and has either stained them in wood tones or painted them in coordinating colors.

Mark enjoys new challenges and is always creating new design and color combinations for his artwork. Artwork can be created to a client's unique style and color requirements for their home or office spaces.

This is a closeup of the painted wood with both sides completed.

Brights - Left View

Brights - Front View

Brights - Right View

Brights - Right Angle View

The completed artwork "Brights" showing views from all 3 perspectives.

3D Metal Artwork Creation

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A wood board is prepared and nail holes drilled into the board at specified points to support the desired pattern.  Then screws of various sizes are added to make the 3D design.

Mark’s metal art is made using materials such as screws, nuts, and bolts.  These pieces are the most time-consuming types of art that Mark creates.  Each piece starts with a wood board that is measured for the number of screws needed for the design and pre-drilled.  The design is laid out and mathematically calculated so that Mark knows exactly how many screws he needs of each size (ranging from 1-4 inches) and where they will be positioned to create the best 3D effect.  Next, the entire board is spray painted in black.  If a hand-painting technique is used, each screw is individually inserted into the board and painted on the top in a color to match the required design.  Sometimes an airbrush is used to paint screws if a certain effect is desired.  In this case, however, each screw is taken out and mounted on a separate board that allows Mark to paint only the head of each screw.  When airbrushing is completed, all screws are removed and reapplied to the artwork.  Typically a 24x24 inch piece of artwork in metals takes about 60 hours or more to complete.

Mark paints the heads of each screw individually with the desired color. The image gradually comes to life with each new color.

Mark works with clients who have a specific design in mind.  The spaces are designed and mathematically calculated to determine how they can best fit on a board to give the ultimate 3D effect. He then works with clients to design their requirements for colors and shading on the artwork.

Note: Chess Boards are made using the same process for preparing the board, with each square placed at different heights for a futuristic look.  Chess pieces are made out of nuts and bolts to resemble the kings, queens, rooks, bishops, knights, and pawns.

Colors are added in slightly varying shades to enhance the 3D effect.

This is a closeup of the artwork as all the colors are added.

And here is the front view of the completed paint process.  A custom frame is designed and handmade by Mark to complement each art design. This frame was painted a high-gloss black for the perfect finish.

Original Digital Artwork

This original digital art is called "Galaxy."  It was inspired by the vibrant colors in one of Mark's polymorphic pieces and digitally enhanced to create a swirled effect.  It is one of 3 pieces in Mark's series of universe inspired artwork, including the artworks "Chaos" and "The Big Bang."

Most of Mark’s original digital art starts with either a design pattern or drawing of one of his 3D pieces of art, or a design of a unique geometric shape he has created.  He uses the computer to manipulate the rough drawings into new shapes.  Each is colored in a unique palette to complement the design and/or the specific color choices ordered by a client.  Digital artwork is then printed on stretched canvas on a wood frame.  The sides of the canvas can be finished in a specific color, or a custom frame can be made for a more formal appearance. The finished product comes ready for hanging.

 Check the Art Gallery for some design options.  Mark is always creating new designs on the computer or a client may request a specific design and color palette.