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Samuel Farrand |
Digital Surrealism | Fantasy | Visionary | Spiritual | Esoteric | Futuristic
Artist Statement & Philosphy
Samuel Farrand's work explores the layers of consciousness and the infinite potential within the void. Each piece begins with a black background, symbolizing limitless potential. As a full-time artist, Samuel is committed to continuously pushing the boundaries of digital art, turning his visionary experiences into a thriving career that spans over two decades. Samuel creates immersive, visionary experiences that push the boundaries of perception, blending ancient symbolism, divine proportion, and nature to evoke emotions of bliss, wonder, and connection with the deeper aspects of existence.
Introduction & Background
Samuel Farrand is an American-Scandinavian artist based near Asheville, NC. His artistic journey began in New England, where he studied Art History, Illustration, and Design Theory. Creating digital art since 1998, much of his inspiration is drawn from the American Jamband and Festival community. His Scandinavian heritage and connection to Nordic shamanism also add a mystical dimension to his work, and his career as a digital artist is driven by both personal passion and professional excellence.
Artistic Style & Medium
Samuel specializes in digital art, utilizing advanced graphic software to create hyper-dimensional imagery. Through pixel compositions, dynamic color blending, and intricate layering, he manifests visionary experiences that explore themes of consciousness, collective experiences, and nature’s inherent geometry. Samuel's unique style has been honed over two decades, earning him recognition as a professional digital artist.
Technical Process
Samuel’s creative process begins with the creation of simple line vectors in Adobe Illustrator. These vectors are transferred to Adobe Photoshop and rasterized into more intricate, detailed illustrations. He combines multiple illustrations into multi-segmented compositions, adding familiar subject matter like grass, clouds, and mountains to enhance the narrative. He maintains a growing graphics library with over 663 PSD files and 491 completed pieces, allowing him to reuse and refine elements across his work, creating increasingly complex compositions. This library has become a valuable resource for his expanding body of professional work.
Influences & Themes
Samuel’s work is heavily influenced by transcendental experiences, the psychedelic art movement, and Nordic shamanism. These forces shape his exploration of consciousness, collective experience, and spiritual symbolism. Themes of geometry, ancient culture, divine proportion, and nature continually surface in his art as he seeks to connect viewers with the deeper, often unseen layers of reality.
Career Highlights
Throughout his career, Samuel has collaborated with major international record labels such as Ovnimoon Records and Anjuna Records. His work has been featured in prestigious galleries, professional publications, and permanent installations like Meow Wolf in Denver and Las Vegas, further cementing his position as a prominent figure in the digital art scene. With over 491 completed artworks and more than 663 assets in his growing graphics library, Samuel's body of work spans across digital and physical installations, reaching millions of viewers worldwide.
In 2014, Samuel launched his clothing brand, later rebranding it as Tetramode in 2018. Tetramode has since grown into one of the top festival fashion brands at an international level, a testament to Samuel’s commitment to building a globally recognized artistic community.
Samuel’s dedication to his career in digital art is unwavering. As he continues to evolve his work and expand his brand, his goal is to further cement his legacy as a leading visionary artist in both the digital and festival worlds.
Contact Information & Links
For commissions, collaborations, or inquiries, please send your emails to hello@tetramode.com.