carpet created with a generative process by Unique Taidgh O'Neill
before photo gallery Taidgh O'Neill is a man renaissance of sorts. With a background in construction and historical restoration, Taidgh also went to school for the fine arts, especially photography. He studied with the protégé of Ansel Adams, giving his work a distinctive look.
All these different influences have resulted in a distinct and complex generative process resulting in a graphic collection of carpets. It begins with the creation of an architectural structure or element with a 3D rendering program, such as A-frame house or cabinet. Then, it simulates sunlight for a period of the year to achieve a specific set of shadows. Using this virtual 4D scene, it rotates the image until it creates an aesthetic look, in particular as regards the tone and shadows. Then, it exports the image in a flattened 2D representation. In Photoshop, he chose the particular forms and adds color.
The final images are then sent to the weavers, with specific Pantone colors it covers. The carpets are woven in India, using the silk sari production recovered, leading graphics fat pad with a distinct and memorable look.
