100 Squares
Year: 2018
Material: Ultrachrome ink on archival etching paper.
Size: 12"x12"
Question: Does the digital machine have its own creative spirit?
About 100 Squares
"100 Squares" (2019) by XenoFluff is a substantial exploration of the correlation between digital processes and artistic creativity. It highlights the artist's characteristic blend of digital technology and traditional printmaking, offering a unique embodiment of contemporary Multimedia Art and pushing the boundaries of digital artistry.
The artwork consists of 100 unique square prints, each measuring 12 inches on each side. These prints are produced with Ultrachrome ink on archival etching paper, a combination that merges modern high-resolution digital printing techniques with traditional fine art paper.
At the core of the creative process behind "100 Squares" is XenoFluff's layered and destructive approach to digital painting. The artist creates a series of digital paintings, which are then subjected to a variety of destructive processes within a graphic design software. Despite the dichotomy of creation and destruction in the production phase, the outcome of each piece converges on a common point — static. Yet, each rendering of static offers a unique design, presenting a multiplicity in singularity.
The artist asks, "Does the digital machine have its own creative spirit?" This central question probes the intersection between technology and art, prompting the viewer to consider the role of digital processes in artistic creation. "100 Squares" suggests that the 'machine' – or more accurately, the digital process – plays an essential role in shaping the final artwork, casting these processes as more than simple tools but as active participants in the creative act.
Thus, the "100 Squares" series serves as a testament to XenoFluff's commitment to redefining the parameters of Contemporary Art in the context of an evolving digital era.
