"Trial Transformation"
2023
This series of work aims to focus on the journey of traumatic growth, and looks at each experience to be a transformative trial that changes how we see ourselves and the world around us. Each bust represents a combination of intense emotions that reflect an individuals journey. The colors of each head have meaning based on the perceived qualities of a given color I aim to lead my viewer to a associated emotional states that harmonize with the visual components of each bust. Though I am interpreting traumatic growth through my own lens in life, I acknowledge how diverse traumatic growth is for everyone.
Inspirationally, the journey of traumatic growth can lead to a greater appreciation for the present moment, a deeper sense of meaning and purpose in life, and a renewed sense of hope and resilience for the future. By transforming their pain and suffering into a source of strength and wisdom, individuals who have experienced trauma can inspire others and contribute to positive change in their communities and the world.
"Always Watching" 2022
"Always Watching" merges technology and traditional mediums in order to create a unique visual experience, that is not only thought provoking but also interactive. The main medium of the piece is liquid graphite, and this also serves as conductive touch areas that allow viewers to change and modify the piece in real time. Once a specific area of graphite is touched, the eye will glow and viewers are presented with an almost surrealist visual. The light in the back is coded to change several different colors, as well as perform a pre designed light routine.
"Neo-Cultura"
2022
This Series of work is a combination of a personal cultural introspection as well as a deep exploration of Latin American fascination with the concept of "life & death". Within Latin culture its almost impossible to not notice the admiration and passion the Latin people have for the afterlife. Its as if the afterlife is viewed as an extension of life itself. Through digital mediums I venture into more traditional themes of death within Latin culture, and modify them for a more contemporary setting.
"Cyber Self"
2021-2022
Within this body of work I merge the traditional techniques of drawing masters/draftsman to take a closer look at the idea of the contemporary human within the digital realm. Each piece depicts two people drawn using DaVinchi figure drawing techniques locked in action stances. Yet these figures while imperfect in their form are grounded by a geometrically perfect forms. In many ways this is intend to be representations of the imperfect humanity and the perfect forms technology exists as/operates as. Ultimately these forms juxtapose each other, but remain harmonious in the sense that their is something innately human within these pieces.
"Primate Prime Directive"
2021
A short video made WITHOUT the use of editing effects, but rather makes use of clever camera work. Shot in eight separate shots from a stationary camera this piece is meant to be interesting and pose a challenging question to its viewer... How are we intended to use nature? This piece while short features a box that transforms natural objects into human creations. The wooden stick becomes the pencil, the lemon turns into lemonade in a can, while the water turns into a soda, and the plant matter is reduced to smoke. Within this short clip I hope my viewer is able to relate and explore their own primate prime directives.
"Pseudo-Psychodrama"
2021
This sonic piece is intended to be experienced with headphones. The idea of this piece is to simulate a psychodramatic experience, by "transporting" my listener from their initial state of being, to an entirely new one. Specifically, I am focusing on the religious experience when relating to psychodrama, as I have pulled a lot of inspiration from various religious rituals found around the world.
"Glitch Me G̵̳̣̏L̷͓͐I̷̢͕̕͝T̴̨̲̆C̶̻̓̎H̶͙̰̏́"
2021
For this body of work my viewer will notice that each image is distorted/glitched. Originally these are a collection of three physical graphite/ink drawings. But they have been scanned, and data moshed in order to generate their final form. This series of work explore the organic nature of humanity as seen through the lens of technology.
"Amazon Den 2 Mental Health Mango"
2021
I am pleased to have the opportunity to work with Amazon Den 2 facility in Aurora Colorado to create their logo for the "Mental Health and Awareness Employee Group". The mango was a pre -selected icon they wanted incorporated, and I was sought to create an image reflecting positivity. This is the first group of its kind within the state of Colorado, and required a logo built from scratch with care consideration given to color, symbols, and future adaptability.
"Digital Windows"
2021
Digital Windows makes use of specially designed QR codes in frames, strategically placed to provide my viewers with an interactive real world/digital experience. When scanned the QR code takes you to a website that features an image of the physical location you are standing at, as well as a modified digital image of that same area. This is intended to bring awareness to physical spaces, literally though a digital lens that reveals a world vastly different but oddly familiar.
"Colorado Creatives/Creators App V.01"
2021-2023
My app "Colorado Creatives/Colorado Creators" is fully functional and available for download on the Google Play Store. I am responsible for the design, coding, security management, analytic management, art, content, and all other various development logistics. The app is currently in a V1.0 state, and is currently being tested by a group of volunteer Beta testers. Some features like selling/auctions, 3D file sharing, artistic collaborations, and event postings are planned to roll out with the next update. The app was designed to connect ALL forms of Colorado creators on a more local level. Providing them with an app that hopefully brings new opportunities to both new and experienced creators. Currently in its infancy this app has a lot of support behind it, and I am hoping to grow this app to be a useful tool unique to our local community.
"Mortal Sustainability"
2020
Using only royalty free videos, and audio this clip is meant to bring attention to the concept of sustainability and our role within it. The audio comes from a 197o NBC news special titled "Pollution is a Matter of Choice". The original broadcast is over an hour, but I have selected the most critical sentences to compile a new "mash-up" meant to depict the most critical key points. The video begs the question... Is our way of sustainability/living truly sustainable?
"Typographic Dynamics Series"
2020
Typhography can serve as more than assembled contained information, but also become an artistic medium unique in its properties to convey layers of meaning through its words. Within this series I aim to repurpose typography so that my viewers are engaged with a work of art that speaks to them in more than one way.
"Three Wise Monkeys 5.5mm Clutch Pencil Set"
2020
This set of clutch pencils have been carefully 3D resin printed to function fully for everyday use. Each pencil has its internal structure designed to fit the various mechanical mechanisms allowing the pencil to function. While each outer body is unique, each has been created so that rolling off a table is almost impossible due to the various angles. The grips are meant to encourage proper hand position while not interfering with the artists ability to draw comfortably.
