It’s rare that I am ever moved or inspired by any artist in this day and age. And when I am impressed, it takes me a while not to obsess about the work. Days, months. This will be one of them…

Shea Hembrey did one of the most creative and genius things I’ve ever seen, and something I’d love to have thought of myself.

He created 100 artists, from the person to their work. 2 YEARS of work. What is so incredible about his concept is that each artist was uniquely designed and complex. Each artist’s work was so personal and unique you’d never know it was one man.

You could interpret his talk however you’d like. Perhaps it was an inner discussion on the pretentiousness of the contemporary art world, or you could observe it is as an exercise on one’s potential as an artist & creator . You could just take it for what it is too . . . The most complex artwork you’ve ever seen. Art within art within art.

Watch this TED video now, and be inspired. (oh! and be sure to read the comments. Some great critiques and opinions both negative, positive and objective!)