Technical Mythology
In our ever changing and technologically motivated
world, artists are consistently challenged to adapt or
risk falling behind. More and more artists are melding
traditional skill and talent with the computer
revolution and in turn changing the rules of their
craft for those that follow. One of these artists is
Michael Brooks, whose works are currently on view at
Gallery 237 in Pineville.
Originally a photographer, Brooks has taken his
knowledge of the human form, composition and
eye-catching image and color and transferred it into
his new passion for creating fantastical 3-D images
similar to the fanciful works of Salvador Dali. His
latest endeavor has required him to transfer his
complex computer creations from the screen to canvas,
using a process called giclee. The images in his
pieces are so vibrant in color, and the illusion of
depth is so convincing, that they seem almost to leap
from the page.
There also seems to be a correlation between the
creative mythology of Brooks' pieces and the mish-mash
life he lives. He's a patchwork collection himself --
photographer, 3-D model creator, computer aficionado,
artist -- and this translates beautifully into his
works.
Brook's works are currently on display at Gallery 237,
237 Main Street in Pineville. Gallery hours are
11am-5pm Tuesday through Saturday and otherwise by
appointment. For more information on this or upcoming
exhibits, contact the Gallery.
