VANDEGRAAFF IS NOW AT THE FINER ARTS GALLERY IN CAVE CREEK, Az

Vandegraaff Gearheardt is an award-winning artist, trailblazing Sensational Assemblage, a medium at the confluence of art and technology.  The DNA of Sensational Assemblage comes from the Cubist founders of assemblage and the 1920’s Constructivists with their machine and technology aesthetic.

Many VGL pieces evoke the fictional universe of Steampunk, using electronics to add texture to old objects, just as a painter uses a palette knife. With an engineering background, coupled to a creative soul with wide ranging skills in the practical arts, Vandegraaff (the nome de gere of local artist and cosplay performer, Greg Barnhart), filled his house with these creations before sharing them with the world. His love of old cars and chrome motorcycles often show up in his Dieselpunk opus.

Adding some utility, maybe a clock, a vintage light bulb, or Bluetooth player brings this artform  into the spectrum of everyday life. His work has won acclaim and awards in curated art shows at San Diego, New York City, Santa Fe, and a television appearance.   His work was featured at the 2018 Edwardian Ball in San Francisco and his piece,  "Prisoner of Time" was shown at the California Center for the Arts Museum

As most pieces here have been sold, and  every piece is unique, if you see something of interest please feel free to contact us about collaborating on a custom  assemblage for you.

See Vandegraaff and Karen on TV

https://youtu.be/HuyFhkvtqvM

Be sure to read about the design and build process in the “About” section.

Enjoy!