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Uneven 3D-Printed Sculptures

Glitch by Tim Defleur Features Intentionally Imperfect 3D Prints

— June 7, 2017 — Art & Design
Glitch by Tim Defleur explores the beauty in intentional imperfection through 3D-printed porcelain designs. The designs play with shape and form, and appear to change shape based on where the on looker is standing. From one side, the shape appears to be traditional, but from the other end, a balancing act is revealed. The shapes appear to defy gravity through their uneven nature.

True to their name, the designs were created by a glitch. While sketching on a train, Defleur's drawings were shifted from the car's movements. The artist drew further inspiration from ceramics and glass-blowing, where defects and imperfections are expected, and embraced. His 3D-printed porcelain designs are machine-made and play with traditional conventions of shape and form.
Trend Themes
1. Intentional Imperfection - Intentionally imperfect 3D-printed designs are gaining popularity in the art world and provide an opportunity for designers to create unique and visually interesting pieces.
2. Embracing Glitches - The use of glitches in 3D printing can create unexpected and artistic results, inspiring new forms of mixed media art and design.
3. Shifting Perspectives - 3D printed designs that alter shape based on perspective demonstrate the potential for interactive and innovative art installations.
Industry Implications
1. Art and Design - The art and design industry could incorporate intentional imperfection and glitch techniques to create one-of-a-kind sculptural pieces and installations.
2. 3D Printing - Glitch techniques and intentionally imperfect designs within 3D printing could become more prevalent and in demand, as artists and designers seek to create unique forms beyond traditional manufacturing techniques.
3. Mixed Media - The use of 3D-printed porcelain in mixed media art provides a new avenue for incorporating sculpture and design into installations, expanding the boundaries of what is possible.
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