"post mesopic visions" wood, velum, glass, electronics ~14" x 14" x 2.75" (2019) "post mesopic visions" is a light sculpture inspired by a game called Colorku that my family likes to play; it's a version of sudoku that uses colored marbles in place of numbers. I noticed that when taking the marbles off the board after a game, the feeling I got from looking at the board could shift radically each time a color group was removed. It seems like it would be a small change, but depending on the color combination, the effect can be large. I wanted to make a sculpture that plays with this effect, the shifting feelings that come from looking at different color combinations. The sculpture is a 9 by 9 grid of nonagons -- they look like circles from a distance, but up close you see they're 9 sided polygons. There are nine color groups, and those colors slowly fade in and out over time so that the combinations are always changing. It's subtle and mesmerizing, and often it's difficult to tell what, if anything has changed. But the feeling of looking at the colors will shift, and you suddenly realize that, say, the bright pink has disappeared or the oranges have emerged. ************* It's very difficult to make good photos or videos of the sculpture; in person the colors are highly saturated and vibrant, and the wood is silky. Each sculpture in the edition of nine has a different arrangement of the colored dots, and because the colors are hand mixed and painted the color schemes vary a bit as well. The solid cherry frame has glass in front and the faceplate is milled from walnut plywood. An international power supply is built into the frame, and the attached US style AC cord can be used in any country with a simple adapter.
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Hello, I’m Douglas Repetto, an artist and designer based in Memphis, Tennessee. For many years I taught electronic art, music, and sculpture at Columbia University in New York City, where I was the founding director of the Sound Arts MFA program. I work with diverse materials and processes to make one of a kind functional (usually!) objects (lamps, furniture), clothing, and accessories, as well as commissioned work like custom electronic devices, chandeliers, bespoke wooden cases, and engravings.
I combine traditional techniques for working with wood, metals, textiles, and concrete with modern wonders like computer controlled tools, home automation, and tiny embedded computers. I often work with found or recycled materials, and the environmental and social impact of what I make and how I make it is always on my mind.
I’m happy to talk with you about design and fabrication jobs of any size, from a simple plaque to an automatonic chandelier!
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ofek studnik
For ofek's wall sconceDouglas is a true class act. Great business man. And a great over all person. I can only wish the rest of the world was like him. Would be a better country we love in. Thank you again for your expertise.
Susan Evans
For Susan's SculptureExcellent craftsmanship and partnership!
Steven Parmelee
For Steven's End TableI am extremely pleased with the end table that Douglas created for me. He took my basic idea and crafted a beautiful piece of furniture. Douglas was very responsive, timely, professional, and fair. He sent me pictures along the way and I couldn't be happier with the results. I would definitely work with him again!
Ahmed Fuad
For Ahmed's Sconce LightI am beyond happy and satisfied with Douglas creativeness, professionalism, and superb communication. He was always there and listening to how I wanted my custom sconces to look like. He’s work is beyond impressive and I am so glad I got to work with him on this project. I’d definitely work with him again for any future needs and will absolutely recommend him to friends and family.
Bonnie Ritter
For Shabby Farmhouse Reclaimed Wood Coffee TableThis was my first experience with a Custom made piece and I couldn’t be more pleased! Doug was great to work !
Anne Coates
For Personalized Metal Art Coat RackThe project was a great experience. The artist was professional and tuned-in immediately to my idea. The piece is exactly what I was looking for. Unfortunately, despite being carefully packaged, it arrived with a piece broken off.
Kim Owens
For Kim's DeskMy custom desk top arrived today and I could not be happier. Highly recommend Douglas for any wood working project. He did an amazing job matching my existing furniture (from pictures alone). And he stayed in regular communication with me from day 1, frequently sharing pictures and status of my desk as it was being built. He completed the project in the timeline promised as well. Like I said, could not be happier and I would not hesitate to order from Douglas again!
Brian Matthes
For Brian's Sconce LightDoug was fantastic. Would gladly work with him again on any other projects that would come up
Lynn Wolfsheimrt
For Lynn's Shadow boxWhat a gifted craftsman he is. I believe there isn’t a project request he can’t deliver... Thank you.. ? Hats off.. ?
Carolyn Farrell
For Carolyn's SignI was looking for a specific type of sign; couldn't find it anywhere so I inquired via Marketplace. Doug responded immediately and asked me to send him more detail surrounding my idea. Doug created exactly what I was seeking. His communication was thorough and he sent pictures to ensure that his idea aligned with mine throughout creation. Turnaround was quick and my product arrived within a week of our initial contact. I love it!