Threads of Connection Exposed
Threads of Connection Exposed
Hungry eyes engulf the world. Animal instincts are found within all of us. We are hungry not only for sustenance but much more. One's path to obtaining all that one desires passes through all that one needs. The reflection from the mirror places our current world as the surface with eyes and faces gazing forwards from within. Often one desires more than one knows or is willing to admit.
Metalamirror works, build upon the artists duo's original artist process, Metalagram, channeling messages through a revolutionary medium comprised of a first layer of handmade Metalagram + a second aligned layer of hand-made silver mirror. The Metalagram layer exists as a separate layer under the aligned silver mirror. The artists create this sculptural work at the intersection of art + science suing old-world techniques + 21st century technology.
Lighting impacts this artwork with photons dancing across the hand cut layered aluminum. Viewers' perception of the work changes as one navigates 180 degrees around the work. Spot lighting as well as colored lighting create visual delights, while not necessarily being a part.
The artist duo's revolutionary work demonstrates philosopher Marshall McLuhan's theorem, "The medium is the message'". Metalamirror was developed during covid to promote interconnectedness. Metalamirror works include setting, environment and viewers all becoming part of the art. This work is made in the artists' studio located in former Moross House Museum, the oldest brick dwelling in Detroit, MI, circa 1840.
This work mirrors back to viewers - connecting in the broken shards of mirror - with one's own messy life. Autobiographical at times and deeply emotive, viewers are encouraged to reach their potential, and strive to accomplish their dreams.
The artists have been creating original works collaboratively for over a decade. Ted says Linda was waiting for him to realize her potential; Linda agrees. It took having a wonderfully creative son working alongside her to fully realize hers. Together the artists are trail blazing and expressing their lives through original intuitive work.
The work, interactive and alive, was created using the artists' original process, known as Metalamirror. Developed at the intersection of art + science, the artists use old world techniques + 21st century technology to create a sculptural layer + an aligned hand made silver mirror layer. A dimensional 3D (despite being layered 2D) interactive experience is rendered. The work appears differently from 180 degrees and at varying angles of incidence in changing environments and lighting with photons dancing across the hand made layered work.
This work demonstrates philosopher Marshall McLuhan's theorem, "The medium is the message" and was made in the artists' studio, located in the former Moross House Museum, the oldest brick dwelling in Detroit, MI, circa 1840.
Past is past, present is being present, and as for the future - who knows what lies ahead? Does one's mindset and ones's actions - both good and bad - directly or indirectly influence the future? What's the role of epigenetic modifications to gene expression? Are we destined to repeat the mistakes of the past or can we make this a better world not only for ourselves but for our children's children and beyond?
Seeing oneself in the mirror when viewing the work, viewers are invited to join the artists on their quest. It's a journey to improve one's lot in life through connection. The universe, humanity, and one's inner self are all targets. Along the way on this beautiful path known as life, achieving one's potential and assisting others in reaching theirs is the goal.
Lighting impacts this artwork with photons meeting the hand cut layered aluminum at different angles of incidence. Viewers' perception of the work changes as one navigates 180 degrees around the work. Spot lighting as well as colored lighting on the artwork create visual delights for one's eyes, enhancing and adding variety, while not necessarily being a part.
Metalamirror work channels the artist duo's message through their medium comprised of a layer of handmade Metalagram + a second aligned layer of handmade silver mirror. The Metalagram layer under the mirror embraces sculptural creation at the intersection of old-world techniques + 21st century technology.
The artist duo's work, made from their original artist processes, demonstrates philosopher Marshall McLuhan's theorem, "The medium is the message'". Metalamirror was developed during covid, builds on and incorporates the artists' Metalagram artwork. This work was made in the artists' studio, located in the former Moross House Museum, the oldest brick dwelling in Detroit, MI, circa 1840.
This work encourages dialog regarding the search for one's identity. The intersection of human individuality and discovery are promoted and can be experienced in this work. Sections of colorful pathways mimic and guide one's journey throughout the cosmos.
The artists use their original artists process, known as Metalagram, to achieve the illusion of three dimensions on 2D aluminum sheet metal. This work was developed at the intersection of art + science using old world techniques + 21st century technology. The artists create sculpturally in layers rendering a dimensional interactive experience. The work appears differently from 180 degree vantage points and at varying angles of incidence as photons dance across the work. This work was made in the artists' studio in the former Moross House Museum, the oldest brick dwelling in Detroit, MI, circa 1840.
Iceland's origin mythology inspired this representational/abstract hybrid triptych. Borr and Bestia, husband and wife, had three sons Odin (Earth), Vili (Fire), and Ve (Water). According to the Norse legend, these three sons made heaven and earth. The artists' original photograph at sunset made from behind Icelandic waterfall Seljalandsfoss guides this work. Dynamic color fields used throughout the work give rise to origins generating timeless feelings and eternal understandings. The work generates a dialog with heaven and earth and humanity's place within with possibilities of permeating one's soul.
This work, developed at the intersection of art + science from old world techniques + 21st century technology, is created sculpturally in layers rendering a dimensional interactive experience. This Metalagram work appears differently from 180 degree vantage points and at varying angles of incidence, where lighting impacts the work as photons dance across the hand cut layered aluminum. This work was made in the artists' studio in the former Moross House Museum, the oldest brick dwelling in Detroit MI, circa 1840.
Moments before the sun began to warm and illuminate planet Earth, the artists wearing waders, were thigh deep in water. An extremely wet spring provided a fleeting opportunity - which under normal spring conditions wouldn't exist - to capture an impactful energetic experience of living trees partially submerged. The bark of the trees, and much of the scene, are infused with fabricated and organic elements made by the artists' combining the industrial with nature. This brilliant civil dawn setting and reflection together with the artists' original process made this idyllic work.
The artists use their original artists process, known as Metalagram, to achieve the illusion of three dimensions on 2D aluminum sheet metal. This work was developed at the intersection of art + science, using old world techniques + 21st century technology. The artists create sculpturally in layers rendering a dimensional interactive experience. The Metalagram appears differently from 180 degree vantage points and at varying angles of incidence as photons dance across the handout aluminum.
Viewers' perception of the work changes as one physically navigates 180 degrees around the work. Spot lighting as well as colored lighting create visual delights both enhancing and adding variety, while not necessarily being a part.
The artists entered this work into a competition in Tuscany, Italy - Chianti Star Festival - winning second place from a field of artists representing close to 100 countries.
Inspired by multipleDetroit landmarks, this work distills and delivers the essence of the city. Hovering between representational, heightened realism and abstraction, color fields bring cohesion to thoughts, sentiments, and Motor City memories. The artists' uniquely bring together disparate iconically Detroit elements to create a love letter portal to and from Detroit.
With old world techniques + 21st century technology the artists create sculpturally in layers. A dimensional interactive experience is experienced by viewers where the Metalagram work appears differently from 180 degree vantage points. At varying angles of incidence photons dance across the work.
This work was made in the artists' studio in the former Moross House Museum, the oldest brick dwelling in Detroit, MI, circa 1840.
This surrealistic yet representational work with abstracted elements invites viewers to come along on an exploration of what's seen, symbolic and hidden. An all night photography shoot at Death Valley National Park, CA played the muse. Various "light painting" techniques were employed when making the photographic image, adding dynamic layers. Look closely to see the embedded visages where intense use of color piques drama and intrigue.
The artists used their original artists process to achieve the illusion of 3D on 2D aluminum sheet metal. This work, known as Metalagram, was developed at the intersection of art + science using old world techniques + 21st century technology. The artists create sculpturally in layers, with work appearing differently from 180 degree vantage points at varying angles of incidence. Photons danced across this work, which garnered a top award at the London Biennale, London (Chelsea) England 2015 from a field of artists from 160 countries.
Circadian rhythms dictate and regulate the lives of sentient beings, the oceans, and the plant world. Drawing inspiration from natural and spontaneous movement, this work is inspired by Alexander Calder’s sculptures embracing chance in their aesthetic and the Kinetic art movement found in nature and in mankind.
The rhythmic flow of sunshine and darkness echo in the duality of hues used in this work. Contemplation of one's free will and how the natural world influences choices transport a message within this work. The artists' enmesh the setting sun behind Seljalandsfoss, a spectacular waterfall in Iceland, where one actually navigates behind the falling water.
The artists use their original artists' process sculpturally, known as Metalagram from old world techniques + 21st century technology. Appearing differently from 360 degree vantage points at varying angles of incidence, photons dance across the work drawing viewers into their cyclical rhythm.
Does the work conjure beaux or a beau in particular? This playful work at the intersection of saucy and sweet evokes wistful longing and reminiscing. The artists' rich coloration and use of shapes provide geometric abstraction within representational work. Conjuring fantastical possibilities this work, with a nod to Miami, beacons viewers to reveal in the work.
The work becomes interactive and alive through the artists' one of a kind artist process, known as Metalagram. Developed at the intersection of art + science, the artists use old world techniques + 21st century technology to create sculpturally. A dimensional experience is rendered with the work appearing 3D (despite being 2D) and differently from 180 degree vantage points. At varying angles of incidence lighting impacts the work as photons dance across the hand cut layered aluminum.
This work intermingles metaphysical energy emanating from planet Earth to display an interplay of light, color and shapes. Viewers come along on a mystical journey led by directional animal energy guides. Insightful soul-searching can be found in a multidimensional spiral led by “The Wisdom Wheel; A Mythic Journey through the Four Directions” (2022) by Alberto Villoldo (b. 1949). Intuition realized during a shaman guided temezcal experience in Costa Rica confirmed this energy. North generates hummingbird energy, eagle wisdom emanates from the east, serpent teachings are generated from the south and jaguar guidance dominates the west.
The interactive work was created using the artists' handmade maker artist process, known as Metalamirror. The artists use old world techniques + 21st century technology to create a sculptural layer + an aligned hand made silver mirror layer, which layered together create the Metalamirror work. A 3D (despite being layered 2D) interactive experience is realized with the work appearing differently from 180 degrees when viewed at varying angles of incidence. Lighting and changing environment impacts the work with photons dancing across the layered work.
The artists' work demonstrates philosopher Marshall McLuhan's theorem, "The medium is the message'" and was made in artist's studio located in former Moross House Museum, the oldest brick dwelling in Detroit, MI, circa 1840.
Comfy coziness is conjured by this wondrous work. Is it a flower, an abstraction or something unique in nature? It's a delightful caterpillar curled up into a ball resting on an abstracted mossy ancient oak tree.
This organic work, hovering between abstraction and representation, is interactive and alive. The artists' created with their original artist process, known as Metalagram, developed at the intersection of art + science. The artists use old world techniques + 21st century technology to create sculpturally in layers. At varying angles of incidence lighting impacts the work as photons dance across the hand cut layered aluminum, appearing differently from 180 degree vantage points.
Right and left brain duality together with male and female dichotomy inspired this diptych. In Jungian psychology the divine feminine component is depicted in this work, shown as one strives for and attains one's goals. The search for harmony begins with finding solace and realizing you are not alone in experiencing the human condition.
One experiences the vitality of people and ecosystems being connected that are crucial to survival and living life. Attaining harmony as one evolves is not only achievable but well worth striving for. The viewer's somatic experience encountered from this work assists the journey - both inward and outward.
The artists use their original artists process, known as Metalagram, to achieve the illusion of three dimensions on 2D aluminum sheet metal. This work was developed at the intersection of art + science using old world techniques + 21st century technology. The artists create sculpturally in layers with photons dancing across the hand cut layered aluminum. Viewers' perception of the work changes as one physically navigates 180 degrees.
This work created in the artists' studio in the former Moross House Museum, in the oldest brick dwelling in Detroit, circa 1840, is part of a diptych and sold together with Animus. The diptych was selected for publication in "Detroit Design" magazine 2021.
Right brain left brain energies and the male and female components within inspired this diptych. This work in Jungian psychology represents the divine masculine component as one strives for and attains balance. Life's path has many turns, peaks and valleys; an end goal being harmony. A world where people, animals and ecosystems are connected is well worth one's effort.
The shape of a human face is discernible in this work under energetic color fields. The somatic experience viewer's engage with from this work can assist one's evolution. A multi-sensory experience is realized through allegorical sight, symbols and impressions.
The artists use their original artists process, known as Metalagram, to achieve the illusion of three dimensions on 2D aluminum sheet metal. This work was developed at the intersection of art + science using old world techniques + 21st century technology. The artists create sculpturally in layers rendering a dimensional interactive experience. The Metalagram work appears differently from 180 degree vantage points and at varying angles of incidence as photons dance across the work.
This work created in the artists' studio in the former Moross House Museum, in the oldest brick dwelling in Detroit, circa 1840, is part of a diptych and sold together with Animus. The diptych was selected for publication in "Detroit Design" magazine 2021.
The artists' journey was piqued from planetary energy emanating from the Earth’s inner core. Intersect metaphysical wisdom with the Earth and this work was born. Viewers come along aided by four compass directions and their animal energy guides. Alberto Villoldo (b. 1949) in “The Wisdom Wheel; A Mythic Journey through the Four Directions” (2022) illuminates the north generating hummingbird energy, eagle wisdom emanating from the east, serpent teachings being generated by the south and jaguar guidance coming from the west. This shaman energy was seen and felt during a temezcal ceremony for several hours in a Costa Rican sweat lodge.
The artists added dynamic colored lighting to "Shrouded Path", a Metalamirror, and combined digital photographs of a rare fire opal and fluorite, from the world class mineral and gem collection at Cranbrook, one of the world's leading centers for art, science and education. This original engaging digital work can be experienced only in the Limited Edition set of prints, the Metalamix™ works. The work was created in the artists' studio in the former Moross House Museum, the oldest brick dwelling in Detroit, circa 1840.
Additional sizing with comparable pricing are available upon request. Delivery of sizes other than listed extends timing an additional two - three weeks.
A breezy enigmatic day in South Miami Beach, FL inspired this almost surreal work straddling abstraction and representation. Energetic color fields unify this work found at the intersection of tarot readings under the palm trees; shapes emerge from lapping ocean breezes. South Beach energies shift viewers toward aligning a provocative fantasy.
The artists used their original artists process, known as Metalagram, to achieve the illusion of 3D on 2D aluminum sheet metal. This work was developed at the intersection of art + science using old world techniques + 21st century technology. The artists created sculpturally in layers where the Metalagram works appear differently from 180 degree vantage points. At varying angles of incidence photons dance across the work creating visual delights and adding variety to the work, while not necessarily being a part.
Understanding infinity was made possible through the work of Albert Einstein (b. 1879) and serves as guiding inspiration for this work. Color fields bring to life all that exists, was, is, and will be. Look closely to find an infinity symbol in the discernible visage of Albert Einstein. The artists' rich use of shapes hover between abstraction and representation, conjuring glimpses of infinity.
The artists use their original artists process, known as Metalagram, to achieve the illusion of three dimensions on 2D aluminum sheet metal. This sculptural work was developed at the intersection of art + science, and old world techniques + 21st century technology. The artists create in layers rendering a dimensional interactive experience. The Metalagram work appears differently from 180 degree vantage points where photons dance across the work.
This work was created in the artists' studio located within the former Moross House Museum, the oldest brick dwelling in Detroit, circa 1840.
Inspired by a photographic image made by the artists from behind the Seljalandsfoss waterfall in Iceland, this work generates feelings of flowing love and emotion. Affection is contagiously mirrored in the watery expression of generational linage, harkening back to Norse creation lore. Dynamic color fields aligned with twilight herald timelessness and enduring familia love.
This work, developed at the intersection of art + science from old world techniques + 21st century technology, is created sculpturally in layers rendering a dimensional interactive experience. This Metalagram work appears differently from 180 degree vantage points and at varying angles of incidence. Lighting impacts the work as photons dance across the hand cut layered aluminum. This work was made in the artists' studio in the former Moross House Museum, the oldest brick dwelling in Detroit, MI, circa 1840.
Jacksonville, FL bridges over the historic St. Johns River running throughout the city inspired this work straddling abstraction and representation. The artists' dynamic use of color fields unify in unexpected ways. Viewer's minds are coaxed into soaring and traversing expansive realms, both seen and unseen. Using camera movements at the time of making base photographic imagery, the artists' create palpably cohesive energy to be experienced by viewers.
Using their original artists process the artists' create the illusion of 3D on 2D aluminum sheet metal. This work, known as Metalagram, was developed at the intersection of art + science using old world techniques + 21st century technology. The artists create sculpturally with the work appearing differently from 180 degree vantage points.
Photons dance and meet the hand cut layered aluminum at different angles of incidence. Spot lighting as well as colored lighting create visual enhancing and adding variety while not necessarily becoming a part of the work.
An extremely wet spring causing trees to partially submerge is an allegory for life; some hardship - but not too much - takes one out of the comfort zone into deeper and frequently more meaningful paths. Donning waders at the crack of dawn, the artists made photographs and used these images as the work's base layer. This representational yet fantastical work was created sculpturally. The artists' through their original process, make 2D aluminum appear 3D. Dialog about life's struggles and growth on the road to achieving one's goals - all while maintaining equanimity and balance - underpins this work.
At the intersection of art + science the artists used old world techniques + 21st century technology to create this interactive experience. This Metalagram work appears differently from 180 degree vantage points and at varying angles of incidence as photons dance across the hand cut layered aluminum. This work was made in the artists' studio in the former Moross House Museum, the oldest brick dwelling in Detroit, MI, circa 1840.
One's path in search of identity has many turns, peaks and valleys. Frequently two steps are taken forward and - more often than planned - there's one step backward. Searching for identity is an arduous quest. Realizing that you are worthy and enough just as you are propels one to new heights and is a cause for celebration.
In this work the artists use color fields to represent the journey; with convergence as a narrowing in on the end goal. Under the color fields two faces, one more distinct than the other, can be found. The faces represent stages of growth nudging viewers to evolve and find one's identity.
The artists use their original artists process, known as Metalagram, to achieve the illusion of 3D on 2D aluminum sheet metal. This work was developed at the intersection of art + science using old world techniques + 21st century technology. The artists create sculpturally in layers rendering a dimensional interactive experience. The Metalagram work appears differently from 180 degree vantage points and at varying angles of incidence as photons dance across the work.
This work was created in the artists' studio, located in the former Moross house Museum, the oldest brick dwelling in Detroit, circa 1840.
Intersection of the Burning Man community and the artists' identity inspired this phantasmagorical work. The artwork "Self Portrait", a Metalamirror - a multilayered handmade sculptural work on metal + a second handmade silver aligned mirror layer - was combined with colored lighting and the artists' video captured at Burning Man 2019. That was the dernier Burning Man before covid paused this communal gatherings experienced live and reinstated in 2022. Intersection of the artists' identity and footage made at the center of the Burning Man experience allow viewer's to recognize the interconnected journey one makes traveling around the Sun.
This work is a unique digital combination known as a Metalamix. Metalamirror + colored lighting + original video made at Burning Man only exists as a Metalamix and can be experienced only in this Limited Edition set of prints. Additional sizing with comparable pricing are available upon request with edition size limited to 15 regardless of work size. Delivery of sizes other than listed extends delivery.
This work was made in the artists' studio in the former Moross House Museum, in the oldest brick dwelling in Detroit, circa 1840.
Burning Man 2023 - one that will be remembered for years to come - delayed, by a few days, burning the man in effigy. It took an artist empath to gravitate toward the ephemeral and absorb the magic of the moment. This work taps into one's inner intuition provoking dialog on one's north star.
Imagery captured by Teddy while the man burned was added to the artists' earlier work to create this digitally layered original Limited Edition. For this Limited Edition Metalamix work the Schinkels created a unique process. They added dynamic colored lighting and imagery to their Metalamirror work. Additional sizes are available; edition limited to 15 total. Contact gallery for additional sizes and pricing.
This work was created in the artists' studio located in the former Moross House Museum, the oldest brick dwelling in Detroit, circa 1840.
An empath's intuitive journey channelling inner knowledge guides this work. Viewers discover that they know more than they realize beyond the knowable realm. One is reminded to trust one's instinct, to take that leap of faith knowing there is more than meets one's eyes. In the reflection viewers are invited to see themselves and their surroundings aligned with and as part of the Empath.
Metalamirror works, build upon the artists' original artist process, Metalagram, channels messages. This work is comprised of a first layer of handmade Metalagram + a second aligned handmade silver mirror layer. The Metalagram layer exists as a separate layer under the aligned silver mirror. The artists' created this sculptural work at the intersection of art + science using old-world techniques + 21st century technology.
Lighting impacts this artwork with photons meeting the hand cut layered aluminum. Viewers' perception of the work changes as one navigates 180 degrees around the work. Spot lighting as well as colored lighting on the artwork create visual delights for one's eyes and enhance and add variety to the work, while not necessarily being a part of the work.
This revolutionary work demonstrates philosopher Marshall McLuhan's theorem, "The medium is the message'". Metalamirror was developed during covid in to promote interconnectedness. Metalamirror works include setting, environment and viewers becoming part of the art.
This work was made in the artists' studio, located in former Moross House Museum, the oldest brick dwelling in Detroit, MI, circa 1840.
Intersection of the formation of planet Earth together with one's intuition are seen and can be felt in this work. One accesses guidance on mastering the unknown through knowing one's self. Viewer's can experience the intersection of a point in time when the universe supports all of one's endeavors; everything slips into place as Alice did when walking through the looking glass into a surreal world.
The artwork "When the Pieces Fit", a Metalamirror - a multilayered handmade sculptural work on metal + a second hand made silver aligned mirror layer - is combined with colored lighting. The artists then digitally added their photographs of rare world class minerals and gems from the collection at Cranbrook, one of the world's leading centers of art, science and education, Bloomfield Hills, MI. This unique combination is mixed digitally and known as Metalamix. Metalamirror + colored lighting + original photograph of rare gems exists only as a Metalamix and can be experienced only in this Limited Edition set of prints.
Additional sizing with comparable pricing are available upon request and are included in the same Limited Edition. Sizes other than listed extends delivery an additional three weeks. This work was created in the artists' studio located in the former Moross House Museum, the oldest brick dwelling in Detroit, circa 1840.
In this work the artists engage viewers in a dialog regarding infinite potential. A growth mindset allows one to receive, align and pivot when confronted with new information, akin to a scientist. The artists' rich use of color and shapes straddling between abstraction and representation supports a growth mindset; accomplishing, achieving and arriving above and beyond one's expectations.
This work was created using the artists' earlier work, "Infinity Window", a Metalamirror, a portmanteau for metal + mirror, as the beginning layer. A lemniscus, Greek for ribbon or band, envelops and layers "Infinity Window", into this work. The artists added colored lighting to "Infinity Window" and peony imagery from their studio's garden. This original work can be experienced only in this Limited Edition, the Metalamix works, and was made in the artists' studio located in the former Moross House Museum, the oldest brick dwelling in Detroit, MI, circa 1840.
Additional sizing and pricing available upon request; total edition limited remains limited to 15 regardless of size. Delivery of works in additional sizes extends timing two - three weeks.
The artists believe one's path in search of harmony can be an arduous one. The connection we have with each other and our surroundings can not always be seen in the physical realm, yet the energy is undeniable. Balancing androgynous male and female energies, the artists' use stylistic color fields for unification.
The artists achieve the illusion of 3D on 2D aluminum sheet metal from using their original artist process known as Metalagram; developed at the intersection of art + science using old world techniques + 21st century technology. The artists create sculpturally in layers rendering a dimensional interactive experience. The Metalagram work appears differently from 180 degree vantage points and at varying angles of incidence as photons dance across the work. Spot and colored lighting create visual delights, enhance and add variety while not necessarily being a part of the work.
This work was created in the artists' studio located in the former Moross House Museum, the oldest brick dwelling in Detroit, circa 1840.
Just like a magic carpet ride one's mind can travel afar in space and time. Look closely to find a woman's face with rays emanating from her cerebral cortex. Mind travel, the ability to concentrate on a distant place in a heart-and-mind embodied approach and arrive at a destination, can be visualized. Dynamic color fields unify this work hovering between abstraction and representation.
This work was created for a yearlong solo commission by Escada, Germany for the Scottsdale, AZ boutique. The artists used their original artists process, known as Metalagram, to achieve the illusion of three dimensions on 2D aluminum sheet metal. This work, developed at the intersection of art + science employs old world techniques + 21st century technology. This Metalagram works appear differently from 180 degree vantage points and at varying angles of incidence as photons dance across the work. The work was created in the artists' studio in the former Moross House Museum, the oldest brick dwelling in Detroit, circa 1840.
A faintly discernible globe of planet Earth can be found in this work inspiring dialog on traversing via the world wide web. The original image, inspired by the Port of Miami FL globe, pays homage to transportation in our physical world. This work captures movement and time, thereby visualizing the internet incarnate.
Developed at the intersection of art + science from old world techniques + 21st century technology, this work is created sculpturally in layers rendering a dimensional interactive experience. This Metalagram work appears differently from 180 degree vantage points and at varying angles of incidence, where photons dance across the hand cut layered aluminum. This work was made in the artists' studio in the former Moross House Museum, the oldest brick dwelling in Detroit, MI, circa 1840.
Eyes are windows to the souls of all sentient beings. This work is inspired by animals, humans and ecosystems living together in harmony in a symbiotic relationship. The souls seen and felt in this work are extricably interwoven into the fabric of existence. The eyes are connect and reverberate between souls.
This Metalamirror work builds upon the artists' original process, Metalagram, through a revolutionary medium comprised of one layer of handmade Metalagram + one aligned layer of handmade silver mirror. The artists' create this 2D sculptural work at the intersection of old-world techniques + 21st century technology. Lighting impacts the work with photons dancing across the hand cut layered aluminum at different angles of incidence; perception changes as one navigates 180 degree around the work.
The artists' work demonstrates philosopher Marshall McLuhan's theorem, "The medium is the message'". In this Metalamirror setting, environment and viewers all become a part of the art. This work was made in the artists' studio located in the former Moross House Museum, the oldest brick dwelling in Detroit, MI, circa 1840.
The artists selected their medium, Metalamirror, for this self portrait, exposing their inner fears and desires. Look deeply and viewers find more than what meets one's eye. Viewers actually join the artists mirroring back and becoming a part of the art, affirming rich interconnectedness between the artists and their viewers.
The work, interactive and alive, was created using the artists' made by hand one of a kind original artist process, known as Metalamirror. Developed at the intersection of art + science, the artists use old world techniques + 21st century technology to create a sculptural layer on aluminum + an aligned hand made silver mirror layer. A dimensional 3D (despite being layered 2D) interactive experience is realized. The work appears differently from 180 degrees and at varying angles of incidence with photons dancing across the hand made layered work.
The artists' work demonstrates philosopher Marshall McLuhan's theorem, "The medium is the message'". This work was made in the artists' studio in former Moross House Museum, the oldest brick dwelling in Detroit, MI, Circa 1840.
When the pieces fit exactly aligned to where they need to be, one gains access to the wherewithal to achieve and accomplish all of their hearts' desires. Simon Sinek (b. 1973), "Start with Why" inspires the artists in this work and their lives. Starting with the why, one can then figure out the what which leads to the how; this work assists probing to uncover frequently elusive answers.
Hard work is imperative and so is tapping into one's higher purpose, the why, which leads one to discover the what on the journey to achieving one's potential. Doors open and just like Alice in Wonderland when the key fits, a whole world of opportunity becomes accessible. Another dimension, another level, another awareness even another world. Like Alice on her journey in wonderland, this artwork assists viewers on their path. Life doesn't always fall into place and at times can be frustrating. Then there are times when you feel the pieces coming together and answers arrive with ease. The reflection in the mirrored puzzle pieces and keyhole can assist in showing where you are and where you are trying to go.
Lighting impacts this artwork with photons meeting the hand cut layered aluminum at different angles of incidence. Viewers' perception of the work changes as one navigates 180 degrees around the work as photons dance across the work. This Metalamirror work channels the artist duo's message through their revolutionary medium comprised of one layer of handmade Metalagram + a second aligned layer of handmade mirror. The Metalagram layer under the silver mirror embraces sculptural creation at the intersection of old-world traditional techniques + 21st century technology. The artists' work demonstrates philosopher Marshall McLuhan's theorem, "The medium is the message'".
This work was made in the artists' studio located in the former Moross House Museum, the oldest brick dwelling in Detroit, circa 1840.
Viewers see and feel themselves gazing through this work into a window of infinite possibilities. Einstein developed the ancient Greek philosophical nature of infinity into what we now understand. The artists found inspiration from Einstein and "The Infinite Game", Simon Sinek (2019); inspired by infinity and what understanding this concept encompasses, helping to demonstrate Einstein's enduring impact.
Being infinite-minded embraces “best” not as a permanent state but instead as a state of continued striving to improve and be better. This work promotes dialog on how contributing one's talents and energies can make the world a better place for all sentient beings. Covid reinforced how the actions of one nation, one individual, and one continent influences the rest of the planet.
Lighting impacts this artwork with photons dancing across the hand cut layered aluminum. Viewers' perception of the work changes as one navigates around the work 180 degrees. This Metalamirror work is comprised of one layer of handmade Metalagram + an aligned second layer of handmade silver mirror; embracing creation at the intersection of old-world traditional techniques + 21st century technology.
The artists' work demonstrates philosopher Marshall McLuhan's theorem, "The medium is the message'". This work was made in artists studio, located in the former Moross House Museum, the oldest brick dwelling in Detroit, MI, circa 1840.
Vibrant Miami energy reflected in Biscayne Bay emanates day and night electricity in this diptych work. Bordered by an abandoned water sports stadium, known as the Miami Marine Stadium, this diptych delivers a poignant punch. Palpable feelings arise as viewers absorb this colorful layered work.
The artists use old world techniques + 21st century technology to create sculpturally with their original artist process known as Metalagram. Photons dance across the hand made work appearing differently from 180 degree vantage points when viewed at varying angles of incidence.
This work was made in the artists' studio in the former Moross House Museum, the oldest brick dwelling in Detroit, MI, circa 1840.
Fantastical dreamy spaces are conjured in this work, at the intersection of science + art. The work began with photographic images of an extraordinary fire opal formed from the Earth's core made by the artists who were given rare access at Cranbrook, Bloomfield Hills MI, to one of the world's finest mineral and gem collections. Embracing abstraction within representational elements, this dynamic work delivers energetically balanced energy. Look for the hidden fairies and you just might find what you're looking for.
The artists used their original artists process, known as Metalagram, to achieve the illusion 3D on 2D aluminum sheet metal. This work was developed at the intersection of art + science, using old world techniques + 21st century technology. The artists created sculpturally in layers rendering a dimensional interactive experience. The work appears differently from 180 degree vantage points, at varying angles of incidence, as photons dance across the work.
This work was created in the artists' studio located in the former Moross House Museum, the oldest brick dwelling in Detroit, circa 1840.
An extremely bitter cold evening in the Grand Teton National Park, outside of Jackson Hole, Wyoming with temperatures hovering around -30°F gave rise to surreal photographs. The T.A. Moulton barn, built by Thomas Alma and Lucille Moulton, took over 30 years to build and is on the National Register of Historic Places. This iconic barn mimics the uniquely shaped Grand Teton mountain range, a veritable backdrop, inviting viewers into a sublime experience.
This Metalagram began with a photograph and the artists achieve the illusion of three dimensions on 2D aluminum sheet metal through their original artist process, known as Metalagram. Developed at the intersection of art + science using old world techniques + 21st century technology lighting impacts this work at various angels of incidence meeting the sculpturally hand cut layered aluminum. Viewers' perception of the work changes as one physically navigates around the work while photons dance.
In this work the artists share their understanding of how each one of us is much more connected to the Cosmos and each other than realized. This work embodies this synergistic concept stimulating a dialog on connectivity; aiming to transport viewers to new experiences of reality.
This work is a unique digital combination known as a Metalamix work. Metalamirror + colored dynamic lighting + original photograph of roses from the artist's garden were layered to align with mirrored thereby creating this Metalamix. Rich use of color and shapes straddle between abstraction and representation, conjuring deep connections. The artists' assist viewers in experiencing the interconnected miracle we know as the life in the course of human history. Our fragile yet resilient planet Earth continues to support us and thrive in the cosmos.
This work was created in the artists' studio located in the former Moross House Museum, the oldest brick dwelling in Detroit, MI, circa 1840. Additional sizing with comparable pricing are available upon request with edition remaining limited to 15. Delivery of sizes other than listed extends timing an additional two - three weeks.
This work has the capacity to transport viewers to a sublime experience bordering on eternal. One of the world's largest suspension bridges, The Mackinac Bridge, spans the Great Lakes Straights of Mackinac between the upper and lower Michigan Peninsulas. This work hovers between abstraction and representation where imagination can soar amid in the majestic spaces.
This work began with a manipulated photograph made by the artists on their way to Isle Royale in the Upper Peninsula of MI. The artists' then used their original process, known as Metalagram, to achieve the illusion of three dimensions on 2D aluminum sheet metal. The process was developed at the intersection of art + science using old world techniques + 21st century technology. The artists create sculpturally in layers rendering the dimensional interactive appearance viewers experience. The work appears differently from 180 degree vantage points and at varying angles of incidence as photons dance across the work.
This work was made in the artists' studio in the former Moross House Museum, the oldest brick dwelling in Detroit, MI, circa 1840.
A nuanced all encompassing experience - energetic while exuding serenity and balanced energy - is reflected in this work. An extremely wet spring, with trees partially submerged yet alive, inspired this sublime pentrypt. While wearing waders, the artists captured photographic imagery just as the sun was rising. The artists' then used their original artist process to create a quasi-representational fantastical work. Viewer's minds are invited to roam through the trees and beyond at sunrise.
The original artist process used to create this work was developed at the intersection of art + science from old world techniques + 21st century technology and was created sculpturally in layers. The dimensional interactive experience appears differently from 180 degree vantage points as viewed at varying angles of incidence. Lighting impacts the work as photons dance across the hand cut layered aluminum with colored dynamic lighting and frequently music rounding out the sensory experience.
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This engaging work began with the artists' residency teaching classes at Cranbrook, a leading center for art, science and education. The turbaned woman, wife of the protagonist, and a child were designed and created by students in class. The turbaned woman sits proudly at her desk exhibiting ethereal yet relatable qualities. The child depicts the hope for mankind that the future will be bright as she embodies the spirit to make goodness happen. This magic takes place in a garden chock full of the growth mindset headspace. The first layer of this work is one of a nine-piece Metalagram work, installed at Cranbrook as part of its' permanent art collection. The artists then added additional lighting and digital imagery to create this unique work, known as a Metalamix.
For this Limited Edition Metalamix work the artists combined their original processes. Additional sizes are available; edition limited to 15 total regardless of sizing. Contact gallery for additional sizes and pricing. Part of the profits will benefit the HUB program at Cranbrook.
This thought provoking work began during the artists' residency on the Cranbrook campus, a leading center for art, education and science, Bloomfield Hills MI, and promotes a dialog fostering aspirational goals and accomplishments. Vibrant and inviting color fields support emotional connections toward elevated ideals, reaching all the way to the cosmic realm of outer space. This captivating yet tranquil work inspires and delights; viewers are invited to experience and join in on an exhilarating journey.
Sculpturally handmade by the artists on metal, the original artwork features elements modeled after the Cranbrook archer and the beginning of a musical stave. Created entirely by the artists for a Cranbrook class they were teaching, the Metalagram work is the first of the nine-piece artwork, "Cultivation in the Garden", which is now permanently installed at Cranbrook.
In this Limited Edition Metalamix, the artists use their original processes while incorporating dynamic colored lighting and imagery to the original Metalagram work. Additional sizes are available, with the edition limited to a total of 15. For inquiries regarding other sizes and pricing, please contact the gallery. Part of the profits will be contributed to the HUB program at Cranbrook.
This thought provoking work began during the artists' residency on the Cranbrook campus, a leading center for art, education and science, Bloomfield Hills MI. Mr. Cafarelli, the saxophone player, was designed and created by a student during summer classes taught by the artists at Cranbrook. Viewers experience music as a calling and a duty making magic which resonates with all life forms. This work inspires one to believe everything is possible.
For this Limited Edition Metalamix work the Schinkels created a unique process. They added dynamic colored lighting and imagery to their Metalagram work. Additional sizes are available; total edition limited to 15 total. Contact gallery for additional sizes and pricing. Part of the profits will benefit the HUB program at Cranbrook.
This thought provoking work began during the artists' residency on the Cranbrook campus, a leading center for art, education and science, Bloomfield Hills MI. The upright piano and Mr. Scorpi, a representative of an international audience, were designed and created by the students taught by the artists. Mr. Scorpi is otherworldly with spacelike ethereal qualities. The piano is so lively it can almost be heard and magically dances in the supernatural garden. All of this magic takes place in a garden, which happens to be located in outer-space. The basis of this work began with a Metalagram, one of the nine-piece installation, "Cultivation in the Garden", now a part of the permanent Cranbrook art collection.
For this Limited Edition Metalamix work the artists use their unique process. They digitally created then added dynamic colored lighting + imagery to their Metalagram work and then printed. The digitally created work - which combines physical work and physical colored lighting - exists only when printed. Additional sizes are available; edition limited to 15 total. Contact gallery for additional sizes and pricing. Part of the profits will benefit the HUB program at Cranbrook.
Intersection of the jungle and the animals living in the wild can be experienced in this work. The artwork "Hungry Eyes", a Metalamirror - a multilayered handmade sculptural work on metal + a second hand made silver aligned mirror layer - was combined with colored lighting + a jungle video. This confluence of elements magically whips up - for many viewers - a surreal experience. Through experiencing the intersection of the jungle and the eyes of jungle animals, viewers are invited to become a part of an interconnected journey.
This work can be seen only in this Limited Edition set of prints. Additional sizing with comparable pricing are available upon request; total edition remains 15 regardless of sizing. Delivery of sizes other than listed extends timing an additional two - three weeks.
Intersection of the formation of planet Earth and one's innermost intuition guided the creation of this work. The artists rich use of color and shapes hover between abstraction and representation. Fantastical, other-worldly feelings and understandings can be conjured with imagination free to associate - wherever and whatever it needs to do in order to access wisdom.
The Schinkel's artwork "Meta Empath", a Metalamirror, provides the foundation to this work. For this Metalamix work dynamic colored lighting was added and combined with the artists' photograph of minerals from the world class mineral and gem collection at Cranbrook, one of the world's leading centers of art, science and education. This original engaging digital work can be seen only when printed in this Limited Edition.
Additional sizing with comparable pricing are available upon request; edition size remains at 15. Delivery of sizes other than those listed extends timing an additional two - three weeks.
This work was created in the former Moross House Museum, the oldest brick dwelling in Detroit, circa 2024.
The intersection of one's future self and minerals formed at the center of the Earth shortly after the big bang are combined uniquely in this work. On our communal paths around the Sun this work helps viewers experience our interconnected journey. Our fragile yet resilient planet Earth continues to guide, support and inspire life.
For this ethereal work, the artwork "Future Self", a Metalamirror - a multilayered handmade sculptural work on metal + a second aligned handmade silver mirror layer - was combined + colored lighting + the artists' photographs of minerals from the world class mineral and gem collection at Cranbrook, one of the world's leading centers of art, science and education, Bloomfield Hills MI. This unique digital combination exists as a Metalamix when printed and can be seen only in this Limited Edition. Additional sizing with comparable pricing are available upon request with edition size remaining constant. Delivery of additional sizes other than listed extends timing an additional two - three weeks.
The work was created in the artists' studio located in the former Moross House Museum, the oldest brick dwelling in Detroit, circa 1840.
Eyes are windows to one's souls peering into relationships including those between animals, humans and ecosystems. At the intersection of abstraction and representation this work extricably weaves together the souls of all animals - including human beings - in existence. Atoms within the animal kingdom and gems derived from volcanic matter both descend from stardust. The harmonic interrelatedness of animals and matter on planet Earth can be seen and experienced in this work. Viewers grasp an understanding of the interconnected miracle we know as the animal kingdom and planet Earth's soil sustaining us.
The artists' inspiration for this work combines the instinctive animal world depicted in "Animism", a Metalamirror - a multilayered handmade sculptural work on metal + a second hand made silver aligned mirror layer. Dynamic colored lighting was then added to "Animism" and digitally combined with an original photograph of a rare fire opal, formed at the volcanic Earth's core. This work is a unique digital combination of "Animism" + dynamic colored lighting + original photograph of a rare fire opal.The artists' were given access to the rare collections of the finest minerals and gems worldwide, at Cranbrook Institute of Science, Bloomfield Hills, MI.
The artists revolutionary work, made from their original artist processes, demonstrates philosopher Marshall McLuhan's theorem, "The medium is the message'". Additional sizes with comparable pricing are available upon request; edition remains at 15 regardless of work sizing. Sizes other than listed extends delivery an additional two - three weeks.
Gravity, the greatest invisible force on planet Earth, sets the course for the moon and the rites of spring on planet Earth. Magnolia blossoms, harbingers of springtime, are set into motion from forces governing our universe. Color fields signifying spring and new birth hover between abstraction and representation, conjuring all that springtime has to offer. This work encapsulates our interconnectedness to lunar energy.
The artists used their original process, known as Metalagram, to achieve the illusion of 3D on 2D aluminum sheet metal. This work, developed at the intersection of art + science using old world techniques + 21st century technology, was created sculpturally in layers to deliver a dimensional interactive experience. The Metalagram work appears differently from 180 degree vantage points, at varying angles of incidence as photons dance across the hand made layered work.
The work was made in the artists studio located in the former Moross House Museum, the oldest brick dwelling in Detroit, circa 1840.
A classic Cadillac Eldorado magically appeared as if on command during an early morning photography excursion at Detroit's Eastern Market. Located in the heart of the city, the Market has been providing victuals since 1891. On this crisp autumnal day, the Market served as a compatriot for the gorgeous vintage car. As the saying goes - it takes one to know one - two classics intermingle and sweetly reminiscence.
The artists used their original artists process, known as Metalagram®, to achieve the illusion of 3D on 2D aluminum sheet metal. This work was developed at the intersection of art + science using old world techniques + 21st century technology. The artists created sculpturally in layers where the Metalagram® work appears differently from 180 degree vantage points. At varying angles of incidence photons dance across the hand cut layered aluminum creating visual delights. This work was made in the artists' studio in the former Moross House Museum, the oldest brick dwelling in Detroit, MI, circa 1840.
A new dawn for the once great city of Detroit is here. This work generates and expands upon the narrative Detroit that is back and rising. With a renaissance energizing and awakening long dormant spirits, viewers are invited to join the excitement. The core photograph was made by the artists from Windsor Canada, the only Canadian city south of the USA. Energies aligned and the skies opened allowing the artists to capture the fantastical image used a layer in this work.
This work becomes interactive and alive through the artists' handmade original artist process, known as Metalagram. Developed at the intersection of art + science, the artists use old world techniques + 21st century technology to create sculpturally. An interactive experience is rendered. The work appears differently from 180 degrees; at varying angles of incidence as photons dance across the hand cut aluminum.
The work was created in the artists' studio located in the former Moross House Museum, the oldest brick dwelling in Detroit, circa 1840.
At the intersection of antiquity and the 21st century this work began with, "It's Going On", a Metalamirror. Colored dynamic lighting + artists' original photograph made while inside the Hagia Sophia form additional layers in the creation of this work. The Hagia Sophia has been used since 360 AD and is located in the former Constantinople, Greece, which is now Istanbul, Turkey.
This work is a unique digital combination known as a Metalamix. The artists' used their Metalamirror + colored lighting + their photograph and the works exists solely as a Metalamix. The artists' photograph was made in one of the world's oldest buildings - originally a church, then a mosque, then a museum and now again a mosque; provides the foundational layer to this work and a lot of mankind.
This work was created in the artists' studio located in the former Moross House Museum, the oldest brick dwelling in Detroit, MI, circa 1840. Additional sizing with comparable pricing are available; edition 15 regardless of sizing.
“Cultivation in the Garden” transports viewers to the sublime. Inspired by the novella, “Night in the Garden of Love”, by Dr. Yusef Abdul Lateef, a Detroit native, and created during “Angles of Incidence” summer class taught by these artists at Cranbrook during the artists summer residency. The students created and designed characters, inspired by the novella, into the collaborative work. Using the Schinkel’s original mixed-media artist process integrating digital and hands on work onto 2D metal, the students engaged in and learned sculptural techniques on metal.
The nine panel artwork debuted at the Cranbrook Greek Theatre outdoors before and after “Something Else in the Garden” performed by the Autophysiopsychic Millennium, a collective exploring the work of Dr. Yusef Abdul Lateef.
“Cultivation in the Garden” further exhibition details for additional venues to follow with the work returning to the Cranbrook campus permanent art collection.
“Angels of Incidence” Faculty: Linda Schinkel Rodney and Theodore Michael Schinkel (Teddy)
Assisted by: Lauren Lampar
Students:
Cynthia Flake – child
Zen Glore – large daisy
Kristina McClendon – turbaned woman
Gary Mccree – mutant dancer
Aryon McQueen – upright piano
Angel Mitchell – Mrs. Scorpii
Azuri Nong – mutant dancer
Roland Stegar – Mr. Cafarelli
Amari Tarver – Mr. Scorpii
Aniya Young – mutant dancer
The artists used "Renaissance City" Metalagram + dynamic colored lighting + photographs from their studio backyard at the Moross House of the oldest wisteria in the midwest; garden known as the Detroit Secret GarDen. Thsi work was created for the Grand Opening of Schinkel Fine Art at the Moross House, October 3, 2024.
Additional sizes and pricing are available upon request; all sizes comprise edition limited of 60. Contact gallery for additional sizes and pricing. Part of the profits will benefit upkeep for the Detroit Secret GarDen.
At the intersection of Detroit and the 21st century this work began with, "It's Going On", Metalamirror. To create this Metalamix the artists then added colored dynamic lighting + their original photograph of the Joe Louis Fist sculpture by Robert Graham to their "It's Going On" Metalamirror. The Joe Louis Fist represents the power of his punch inside and outside of the ring, with the blue hue conveying kindness energy sustaining one's accomplishments.
Metalamirror + colored lighting + original photograph exists solely as a Metalamix. This work was created in the artist duo's studio located in the former Moross House Museum, the oldest brick dwelling in Detroit, MI, circa 1840. Additional sizing with comparable pricing are available and are all part of the Limited Edition of 15. Please contact gallery for quotes on additional sizing with pricing.