Maxim Zhestkov
Maxim Zhestkov is a London-based digital artist and designer.[1][2] His significant style includes using spheres as a universal medium that represents blocks in complex structures,[3] such as 'emotions, behaviors, thought processes, relationships, life, planets and the universe.'[4]
Maxim Zhestkov  | |
|---|---|
| Максим Жестков | |
| Born | September 20, 1985 Ulyanovsk  | 
| Years active | 2005—current | 
| Movement | Digital art | 
| Website | https://zhestkov.studio/ | 
Early life and education
    
Born and raised in Ulyanovsk, Maxim got into digital illustration and video games as a child.[5] He studied architecture and graphic design at Ulyanovsk State University.[6]
Work
    
As a designer, Zhestkov worked on commissions for Google, Ford,[7] Microsoft, Adobe,[8] MTV, Nokia,[9] Adidas,[10] UEFA,[11] BMW.[12]
In his art practice, he aims to 'create a universal visual language that combines design, architecture, and computer graphics.' Using realistic digital simulations that are based on real-world physics,[13] Zhestkov explores algorithms made by nature and humanity.
In his work, the artist imagines different scenarios of the future, such as computing devices integrated into architecture in his film Computations[14] or artificial intelligence controlling its own evolution in Artificial Organisms.[15] Another theme present in his oeuvre is the examination of natural forces and patterns.[16][17]
Screenings and exhibitions
    
- Unit London, 2021[18]
 - Contemporary Istanbul, 2021[19]
 - Cosmoscow, 2021[20]
 - Hermitage Museum, 2019[21]
 - Aranya Art Center, 2019[22]
 - Chi K11 Art Museum, 2019[23]
 - Ars Electronica Festival, 2018[24]
 
References
    
- "Trip to 'Epsilon,' a Sci-Fi Base Station on an Alien Planet". www.vice.com. Retrieved 2021-12-20.
 - Mattei, Shanti Escalante-De; Mattei, Shanti Escalante-De (2021-11-10). "Swiss Venture Capitalist Revealed as Buyer of $29 M. Beeple Sculpture". ARTnews.com. Retrieved 2021-12-20.
 - "8 Questions With Maxim Zhestkov – Feel Desain | your daily dose of creativity" (in Italian). Retrieved 2021-12-17.
 - "Maxim Zhestkov Explores the Idea of Elements in Experimental Art Film". HYPEBEAST. 2017-09-02. Retrieved 2021-12-17.
 - "MAXIM ZHESTKOV DESIGN". Ninu Nina Interviews. Retrieved 2021-12-17.
 - "Abstract Animations by Maxim Zhestkov – BE OPEN BLOG". Retrieved 2021-12-17.
 - Barba-Court, Kala (2018-03-10). "Hypnotic CGI Art by Maxim Zhestkov". PLAIN Magazine. Retrieved 2021-12-17.
 - S, Teo; igliano (2018-03-22). "MAXIM ZHESTKOV". WeVux. Retrieved 2021-12-17.
 - "Sputnik by Maxim Zhestkov". IAMAG Inspiration. 2015-12-14. Retrieved 2021-12-17.
 - "Maxim Zhestkov's odyssey to outlandish worlds". DesignWanted. 2020-08-17. Retrieved 2021-12-17.
 - Anonym. "Palace Bridge, Lakhta Center and Suprematism: the logo of the Champions League final of the season 2021/22 was presented in St. Petersburg | tellerreport.com". www.tellerreport.com. Retrieved 2021-12-17.
 - "A new reality: Maxim Zhestkov and the BMW i4 | BMW.com". www.bmw.com. Retrieved 2021-12-20.
 - "MAXIM ZHESTKOV, dissecting the source code of nature in intricate CG simulations | CLOT Magazine". Retrieved 2021-12-17.
 - Davies, Katie Marie. "This mesmerising digital art film imagines a future where your computer comes to life". The Calvert Journal. Retrieved 2021-12-17.
 - "maxim zhestkov simulates budding AI creatures that will overtake the metaverse". designboom | architecture & design magazine. 2021-11-23. Retrieved 2021-12-17.
 - "maxim zhestkov demonstrates how particles combine to form complex relationships". designboom | architecture & design magazine. 2017-09-03. Retrieved 2021-12-17.
 - "Volumes By Maxim Zhestkov". IGNANT. 2018-03-08. Retrieved 2021-12-17.
 - London, Unit. "Transformations at Unit London". Retrieved 2021-12-17.
 - "Contemporary Istanbul intends to explore the healing power of art". www.gulftoday.ae. Retrieved 2021-12-17.
 - "COSMOSCOW: THE INBETWEEN - MOSCOW, RUSSIA". Studio As We Are. Retrieved 2021-12-17.
 -  "Artificial Intelligence and Intercultural Dialogue". hermitagemuseum.org. Retrieved 2021-12-17.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link) - "With Its Serene Amphitheater, Neri&Hu's "Introverted" Aranya Art Center Completes in China". Metropolis. Retrieved 2021-12-17.
 - "Immerse yourself in wonders and mysteries of the deep sea". SHINE. Retrieved 2021-12-20.
 -  "Ars Electronica Animation Festival 2018" (PDF). Ars Electronica. Retrieved 2021-12-17.
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