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About mike
As a young student at the Maryland Institute, I pushed myself to draw as accurately as possible. I wanted to use line and shadow to depict what I saw as realistically as I was able. I arrived at the realization that this path would lead to photo realism. It was at this point that I chose a different path and began to draw with my eyes closed. I wanted to capture what I saw in my mind's eye.
The controlled line that I was comfortable with gave way to an explosion of scribble… more
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Temporal Footprint
As time passes through space we are caught in its wake. Evidence of time passing can be found in the three dimensional space that is all around us.
This project seeks to capture the moments just before an event occurs, the preceeding moment. The constructions portray the unseen domino effect of situational collisions that go unnoticed in dailey life.
These intuitive constructions suggest mapping techniques, manuscrits and colorfield geometry as the basis for what is more a constructed device rather than a painting. These devices do not calculate time, they display times footprint.
This project seeks to capture the moments just before an event occurs, the preceeding moment. The constructions portray the unseen domino effect of situational collisions that go unnoticed in dailey life.
These intuitive constructions suggest mapping techniques, manuscrits and colorfield geometry as the basis for what is more a constructed device rather than a painting. These devices do not calculate time, they display times footprint.
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TableauThis is a chart like depiction of any given moment and the consequential cascade of unfolding events deflecting off one another.
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IncomprehensibleA wooden device used to ascertain the accumulated events occurring at a singular moment in time.
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Multiple DualitiesThis double star spectral depiction hints at the inability to see the coexisting dual phenomena of simultaneous events.
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IntercessionThis objects allows us to observe the interaction and impact on a cascading event sequence by an individual disruptor event. A pebble in the pond is the intercession for this event with divergent cascade sequences.
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ReceptorsAs time passes through our perception, we grasp some percentage of what is happening. This device assists in the gathering of relative information.
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Mirrored VariationThe mandala displays the reflective nature of reality and its beautiful symmetry.
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Coordinates RevealedThis chart shows the different options available to each of us at any given moment.
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CircumambulationThis is a static depiction of the continuous and interchangeable frequencies that influence our lives.
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FrequencyBehold an attempt to use fractal symmetry to capture the complexity of the temporal unfolding.
Temporal Entities
Time is both tactile and conceptual, my efforts to focus and visualize the fleeting moment and try to illustrate that moment as if giving the moment an identity. Shadows, scars and foot prints are examples and indicators of its passing. This project goes a little deeper and a lot more abstract as these works explore in a non-linear means of how time can be broken into individual parts or moments.
These creations have come to be through an editing process where the use of materials, combined with acknowledged unconscious intention form a 3 dimensional stamp of sorts. The energies of the universe coalesce through the artistic act to manifest these objects securing them in a single moment of time. Arriving at this moment through the creative journey brings out a form of identity by their mere existence.
These creations have come to be through an editing process where the use of materials, combined with acknowledged unconscious intention form a 3 dimensional stamp of sorts. The energies of the universe coalesce through the artistic act to manifest these objects securing them in a single moment of time. Arriving at this moment through the creative journey brings out a form of identity by their mere existence.
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Decision and The Scepter of MadnessThe scepter is designated to one on in a place of power and here the act of decision making is personified. This scepter appears as a double edged blade, perfect tool for cutting the choice to be weighed. The pain of long deliberating can cause madness and the scepter also acts as a means to freedom. The Choice is yours.
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Universal CalculatorGiven any point in the field of space there can be found activity. The unseen fields permeate our entire universe and this crafted apparatus helps one to determine from which way what is comimg.
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Micro.-Macro.This is as that, as that is this as well, and so the myriad relationships and interconnectedness of all things are simply portrayed in this device used for magnifying and reducing items of concern to equal sizes.
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Chronometric CalibratorThe wheels of cosmic time do not stop as they quietly grind through the ever expanding fields of infinite space. This construction produces a means to bring the wheels into sync with one another.
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Floral Constellation ApparatusOur world produces floral geometry to show us the unity of all things.
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Hierarchy of OccurenceThis construction speaks of the notion that all things are not equal yet exist is relative balance. The harmony of a bee hive measured against the chevron of geese. All united in proportion to the totality.
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Covid Peace AllignmentThe outreach of survival raised against the perilous consequences of existence find peace and silence here in this mandala of Covid meditation.
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Cosmic Distribution
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No.1This is the first marker to be found in the open waters of the unknown. Beyond which one cannot see.
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A.21 focal pointWith its arm deep in the sea of contemplation, this buoy keeps one on track as the journey widens with knowledge.
Trifold Identities
Modern quantum mechanics allows us to acknowledge the multi-verse of known reality. This broader perspective allows us to realize the intricate complexity of each woven moment that create the fabric of time. These small and intimate constructions capture the harmony that lies hidden in that weave. Color, shape and symbols draw together the balancing elements of a few tendrils of reality that can be detected. This series uses various concepts and forms to explore how we are a reflection of the universe.
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The Alchemist AidThe Alchemist works with in a crucible of oneself as signified by the octagonal scepter and reflected geometric form. The self, under scrutiny cycling back into itself works to refine its existence.
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Grace BestowedThe multiple depiction of the cosmic knot in this piece acts as a reminder of the vibrational energy that is carried in all things.
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Karmic CharmThe crystal scepter is presented in its clarity, carried by the divine balanced being. This state of balance and harmony can be only briefly captured as the universe falls in and out of balance as if engaged is a cosmic dance.
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PersonaThe tuning fork and the eternal knot comprise the essence of person. The vibration of ones existence manifest through frequencies and the complexity found hidden in the eternal knot.
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CoordinatesTime and Space are identified through the use of the X and Y coordinates making up the grid. These distinguishing lines work to identify a given location.
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KAMARAThe mechanism of reflection captures an image that is representative of a single moment is time. The single moment rest somewhere in space. The Kamara itself is the image as well as the space.
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Time Stamp TikiThis painting represents the axis of time and space that has a similarity or influence to the Tiki god of the South Pacific.
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The Burgeoning SequenceKnots are like coinciding moments that at some point give way to events that depict how things come together. Following the linear path the lines intersect and overlap forming a 2d representation of the events that have occured. This is a type of time map or labyrinth.
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Shrine of the Peace FlameThere is a curtain of fire that separates the past from the future. The flame of peace exists as if captured in a shrine. Forever enthroned as the ever passing moment. This sacred essence of the present moment rests frozen for us to contemplate. Untouchable by design the illusion calls us to understand the gift of life's fleeting existence.
The Coincidence
The restrictions of three dimensional space inhibit our ability to perceive the constant pulse of activity unfolding throughout time and space. These paintings explore this concept using schematic and cartographic influences.
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The Weight of Each Moment o8Be it here or there, each passing moment presses upon another.
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The Fantastic UnfoldingThe span of history, built on top of itself buries the aspiration of our forbearers leaving behind their work.
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The Chakra ChartAll we have come to know is manifest within these cosmic energy wheels found in our body.
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Time OracleHear the Now.
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Light BearerThis a detail from the Grand Scheme. He shows all and lights the way, or not.
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The Challenge of our modern timeGo north two blocks, turn left at the light. Take the first left and follow the alley back down south and then turn left once again. Having returned, do you see the difference.
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Magik CarpetWhere and when would you like to go, just ask Jeff.
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Chronometric ChartographyTraveling through the time fields will require a map. This may work.
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Great Moments Stand in SilenceThe giant oak that stands alone cannot tell us what has been and its acorn holds just as many secrets.
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Analysis of an EllipseLines curve to become a circle , wider then thinner as they flow around, under and over. Always proving to be straight.
Time Stamps
In this project I am subdividing moments and assigning them an identity. Moments are threaded together in an endless stream of ceaseless manifestation. The work in this project uses geometry and line to provide a visual format to use as a means to designate a location in both time and space. Thereby creating the "Time Stamp". Designating that moment as there and then. .
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Visitation 2016.Into the physical plane a moment was successfully captured. As the time passed by a cooling occurred and the residue appeared in the form of a glass like ball.
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Transmitter ReceiverAgents within the materials conspire to defy change, they can go unknotted and unseen. Together they send as well as receive the message.
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The GameOur colliding lives consumed by twisted strands of lifes woven cord. The current of moving energy found in the present now is like a veil separating the past and future for the present is where you find the tangible.
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Transmissionion 330.14Transmitter and Receiver, imagine the simultaneous occurrence and its impact. A visceral exchange that creates the very energy that may bring about material existence.
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Portal 27Results from the twenty-seventh test generated this image based on the information gathered. The test examined a timestamp by running a parallel moment alongside the primary stamp. Then identifying the variations that occur.
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Ceremonial Chime 2016The placement of an event that is dedicated to a single location is much different then an event dedicated to a single moment. Some events may reoccur at intervals unknown to the viewer. This Ceremonial Chime may attempt to calculate and announce the moment of the event.
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Wish Board 2016.An intention scribe on a matrix of ones choosing can be mechanically attached to this wish board in how of manifestation. The more focused the intention the greater promise of becoming into being.
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Harliquenn 10.10.14Here! Then there is where the gaiety doth dance, say here, hear? The pattern of our lives and the dance we do is briefly portrayed here in this jaunty dance that appears to be a painting.
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Natural Transmission 2016.Each passing moment brings into existence a some physical print of its being, however brief. This work represents a simple fossil of a short event that took place late one afternoon in the mid summer of 20160.
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Transmitter Receiver 2016.This is an opportunistic device that seems to accumulate specific markers as it travels through the various vortexes encountered in the physical plain.
Game On
This project utilizes the grid as a means to map the game like qualities of life. One step at a time each moment passes bringing the anticipated next moment as well as its unknowns. Between one line and another the coordiates allow us to track the progess as we move through the temporal landscape.
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Sequence A,B.C.DEach pathway is designated by a colored peg. Where you start and where it ends is unknown. All in a sequence of a,b,c,d.
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The SwiftnessUse the wooden sword to identify the path of thought.
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Chroma Schematic
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The Perpetual Game.Choice of departure is a continual option in this game that is in constant play. Simply place your attention on a given spot and the game is activated for your personal enjoyment.
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Bisected cube 2015.jpgThrough the act of vision, attempt to reconstruct the cube from the implied source of bisection.
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Axial Format 2016.The axial format here provides an invitation top assume that there is a coorect orientation both in time and location.
paintings about math
Be it 123 or a plus b mathematics have been with us, hidden in the fabric of reality. These works have been an attempt to follow the weave of that fabric, following the various strands that we can comprehend.
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Trifold InfinityInfinite directions emanate from every quantum grain of here and now. When Bernoulli lemniscate is expanded to the Trifold a greater range is comprehended.
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Calculated AscentGrowth in an upward manner through the process of amelioration is all about the intricacies hidden within subconscious calculations.
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Portal of BeingAmongst all the greatness that makes up our universe, realize that we are part of that greatness and we containing its entirety.
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The Human ConditionFrom the cradle to the grave we leave dust in our wake. Footprints and dreams whispers and screams all in human from.
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Brills ReachThe straight river of organic geometry comprising our world flows perpetually into the great sea of the future.
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Invisable WorldsThis three dimensional grid is seen as a cube, each designated plain represents any given moment. The pathways between the points is where we live.
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Time Cube Space PortalUsing a set of designated coordinates this painting defines a specific place in time as well as space. This may help to understand our physical surroundings both in time and space. Here Now
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Geometric FormsThe utilization of geometric forms to create various identities to be applied to future moments requiring reference.
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Mathmatical SantuarySolace can be found in the numbers. When applied to geometry we witness the birth of shapes and form. The shape and form define the illusion of space.
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The Bicorn Frequency.The Bicorn Frequency provides one example of how our world is so interconnected. The curve of the bicorn shape rests in direct alignment to the ellipse. sandwich.
Allignment of Objects
I've begun to think that objects form their identity based on their relationship to the environment in which they are placed, thereby creating a new identity. "Things" contain implied function based on their shape. Objects by design have functional indication such as a point, threads, a hole handle or base. A plane, spherical nature and legs or feet are all indicators of function. These objects once removed from original function almost guide themselves toward their new function as they provide iconography for universal concerns such as time, space and thought.
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Entry Alert SystemEach dial or lever when relocated or changed, adjusts the present demeanor at a given time as well as establishing a new present state.
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Vacant Sigil 2016Ones individuality becomes important as the entity in question becomes aware of its own existence. This object is awaits this state of awareness.
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Ganduer and AdjustmentTaking a glimpse at the possible vastness of all that is known and unknown one must adjust their stance to take in such grandeur.
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simultanious injunctionIn an attempt to compare one event to another it is important to stop the process of observation.
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wish boardPlacing attention into the glyph scroll enacts the potential outcome.
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intermittent focal pointWhile in the process of event scanning, the mobile aspect of some transient events must be taken into consideration.
The Collective Synergy
The fabric of reality is a tapestry woven by our perception, the perspective we have is as unique as our personal identity. We are limited in what we can perceive with our physical senses, but there are momentary glimpses of a greater weave. Simultanious occurences and coincidencs pop up from time to time providing that glimpse of some greater pattern. When these curious connecting events overlap for just the briefest moment there lies an alignment idicating the greater connections.
These constructed depictions attempt to illustrate these connections by identifying units of time and space (x+y) where the coinciding strands of colliding moments intersect. Once the convergence is identified additional data can be extrapolated helping to single out the given moment, at this point the object depicting the convergence thus becomes an icon or glyph of the convergence itself. The convergence is manifested within the object itself.
These constructed depictions attempt to illustrate these connections by identifying units of time and space (x+y) where the coinciding strands of colliding moments intersect. Once the convergence is identified additional data can be extrapolated helping to single out the given moment, at this point the object depicting the convergence thus becomes an icon or glyph of the convergence itself. The convergence is manifested within the object itself.
Geometric Frequencies
All things are vibrating at a certain frequency. These geometric structures are a reflection the harmony found when color and geometry harmonize. The subconscious mind calculates the collaborative result of sound and shape that emminates from the union in the form of frequencies. These structures are the outcome of the union.
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EmblemThe moment has a frequency, this is a symbolic representation of an individual moment and its corresponding idiosyncrasies..
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Navigational ChartThis navigational chart is used to determine directional variations in the multidimensional universe. All directions are taken into consideration.
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Variation in Frequency of BlueCatch a glimpse of the afternoon sky as it accepts the suns transit.
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Glyph of Heat
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Variant Edge
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Variation in Green
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Variant Frequency