Brush Plot
"Brush Plot" reimagines the paintbrush within a Cartesian system. Using the machine's binary precision, the painting reveals spontaneous gradients of color. Before applying the paint, I run the script once with a pen instead of a brush. This process allows me to strategically place the paint and also creates a satisfying visual foundation that guides the brush as it traces a deliberate yet fluid line.
The robot painter is a 2-axis machine capable of covering dimensions of approximately 1300 x 2000 mm. At its end effector, a lightweight servo motor controls a brush, moving it up and down with consistent pressure. While the robot’s precise movements generate intricate patterns where colors seamlessly merge, the application of paint remains manual. This creates a collaborative process—a partnership between myself and the machine.
The result is a harmonious blend of methodical robotic precision and the natural unpredictability of flowing acrylic paint. This interplay of control and spontaneity produces artworks that are both intricate and dynamic, reflecting the convergence of human creativity and technological innovation.
Project name_ Brush plot
Date_ February 2024
Location_ Haarlem