Acrylic on MDF board. 90x128cm. Completed 30th September 2009. For Sale.

This work is a combination of photorealist painting and conceptual art. I believe it to be a first. I am trying to use the CNC machine as a metaphor for accuracy. It is a work I am very proud of.

The idea behind this piece is to return to comparisons between the photorealism in my art and the extraordinary accuracy and repeatability of CNC (computer numerical control) machinery with the process of my work. DMG (Deckel Maho Gildemeister) are a company of the highest quality; a quality that I consider to be at the cornerstone of my art. This machine is the most capable of all types of milling machines due to it being 5 sided, 5 axis in its ability. Essentially it can machine almost any shape and this particular machine is also extremely fast, powerful and it’s price is well in excess of the million dollar mark.

I am very proud of this work because it does set new standards for my work. The painting of the lettering is incredibly difficult.

When people look at this work I want them to take the time to read the description and the table of specifications, then look closely at the precision of the individual letters, then gaze at the images. I want them to take it all in, then wonder why someone would paint something like this. I hope many would arrive at the conclusion that it must be important to the artist. And it is, I want people to understand that this work is actually talking about people’s art judgements. Much of the ‘art world’ haven’t a clue when it comes to one of the most important subjects for an artist – his technique. It’s almost never discussed in the contemporary art world and if it is probably because generally speaking contemporary artists have little skill when it comes down to the truth of the matter.

This work is for sale. It is offered at $2000 Aus.  Serious enquiries only by contacting the artist.