The 12 Rules for Life, written by Jordan Peterson, illustrated using the words of the rules as pattern matches and extenders. Words translate into images. Photographs of my latest work become a layer influencing the image.
A new field of digital art is stretching the boundaries of creativity and disrupting how art is made. Artists build autonomous robots to collaborate, feed algorithms with data, and train machines to generate novel visual works. They work with computer programs that mimic the human mind to generate a never-ending stream of unique artworks. Artificial intelligence has emerged as a desirable collaborator in artistic creation.https://magazine.artland.com/ai-art/
I create two versions of media for the 12 Rules for Life. A movie clip and a downloadable PDF. The rules are simple, and the images are unique. I am working on new series using the 9 Plagues in Egypt, the 10 Commandments, and the 7 Deadly Sins are up next.
Sculpture
My work explores the interplay of light and color against the backdrop of dark settings. Like a prism bending waves, I cast shapes using resins and rare earth minerals that capture, absorb, and re-emit light. The result is a luminous surface that seems to move and breathe as the colors retreat leaving only light. Through this process, I channel the transformative power of light, against darkness, much like a painter wields dynamic strokes on canvas.
My creations are not just static sculptures. Moods are crafted through an application of color theory. The latest series is a collection of botanical molds cast with a strong palette of rare earth elements. Consequently, the light and wave spectrums create an opportunity to use bold colors. In short, these elements infuse the sculpture and light with a luminosity that transcends the physical, touching the spiritual.
My work, which luminescences in the dark, harnesses the incandescence of the rare earth elements. The works of art create a glowing evocation. Something that strikes a chord with our innate spiritual nature. My hope is the work will resonate with viewers on a deeper, more intrinsic level. In each piece, a visual experience and a spiritual journey are illuminated by the artistry. Learn more: https://larryjortega.com/desert-totem-sirens-of-the-desert/
