About House of Blackmoore
Art + Technology = Magic
Welcome to House of Blackmoore, a visionary Digital Art House brought to life by the artistic endeavors and creative prowess of Craig Blackmoore.
As the sole artist behind this digital sanctuary, I am driven by a singular mission - to weave seamless connections between the physical and digital realms, curating captivating experiences that infuse technology with novelty and enjoyment.
In my diverse artistic journey, I proudly wear a few hats - a Digital Artist, Technology Enthusiast, Painter, Illustrator, Musician, Gemologist, and New Tech Fanatic. My insatiable passion lies in crafting multi-sensory wonders that enrich our collective reality. The boundless realm of digital art is my canvas, and I relish in exploring various mediums, constantly experimenting with novel techniques to bring my visions to life.
Drawing from a vast array of tools and methods, my creative process knows no boundaries. From the timeless art of hand drawing to the immersive world of 3D rendering, from harnessing the power of math-based generators to incorporating elements of coding, XR, AI, and beyond, I blend these elements harmoniously to craft unique and awe-inspiring masterworks.
As a painter and illustrator, my style marries pop art, cartoon art, and psychedelic art. Many of my paintings have a second layer to them: either they are UV reactive or they have an AR animation that becomes visible when scanned with the proper app. I also specialize in painting nude and erotic visuals. Many of my illustrations contain "tongue in cheek" comedic concepts. The fact that my physical pieces have a digital layer or special effect blends physical and digital art, creating a truly immersive experience.
My goal is to create a series of short animations or cartoons that entertain people with unfiltered humor. I aim to bring laughter and joy through my unique perspective, using a blend of traditional and digital techniques to craft stories that are as entertaining as they are visually captivating.
At House of Blackmoore, innovation meets imagination, as I strive to push the boundaries of what is possible in the digital realm. My artistic creations are not confined to any singular form; rather, they transcend conventional expectations, inviting you to embark on an extraordinary journey where technology and creativity intertwine.
Who is Craig Blackmoore?
Craig Blackmoore is a multi-talented artist, animator, glitch artist, photographer, videographer, music producer, avid tech enthusiast, developer, and audio engineer. His diverse skill set is a culmination of independent experience and formal education, having graduated from Specs Howard School of Media Arts and the Art Institute of Washington DC. Passionate about the art of entertainment, Craig dedicates himself to crafting mesmerizing and captivating artistic creations that leave a lasting impression on his audience. With an unwavering commitment to his craft, Craig Blackmoore continues to push the boundaries of creativity, delighting and inspiring others with his unique and immersive creations.
Blackmoore is a creative powerhouse, having collaborated with prestigious brands and entities such as Xfinity, Live Nation, Atlantic Records, Geometric Lullaby Records, Lighthouse Immersive Art Space, St Andrews Hall, Super Rare, and numerous web 3 projects on Ethereum, Tezos, and Binance Blockchains.
Past Exhibitions Live Art Experiences
2015-
DAMNED VIII @ Tangent Gallery - Detroit MI
2016-
DIRTY SHOW 17 @ Russel Industrial Center - Detroit MI
//ENTER. @ Jam Handy - Detroit MI (Curator, Organizer, and Participating Artist)
STIMULATION OVERLOAD @ Superchief Gallery - SOHO NY
MUSEUM OF VIRTUAL ART @ nicholaszhu.com/mova.html
ANIMAL PARTY @ Tangent Gallery - Detroit MI
LAYERS @ Tangent Gallery - Detroit MI
2017-
DIRTY SHOW 18 @ Russel Industrial Center - Detroit MI
MUSEUM OF VIRTUAL ART II @ parallaxvisions.itch.io
BLOCKED ART @ blockedart.com
SUBREALITY @ Tangent Gallery - Detroit MI
SunnySide @ www.sunnyside.house
COALESCENSE @ Spaulding Court - Detroit MI
DAMNED X @ Tangent Gallery - Detroit MI
2018-
DEARBORN GALLERY RALLY @ City Hall ArtSpace Lofts - Dearborn
HARMONY: The Cosmic Connection @ Tangent Gallery - Detroit MI (Curator, Organizer, and Participating Artist)
Good Do-Up Art Collective @ Tangent Gallery - Detroit MI
Monster Drawing Rally @ Museum of Contemporary Art Detroit - Detroit MI
Future Dream Detroit @ Tangent Gallery - Detroit MI
2019-
The FUNKtion @ Tangent Gallery - Detroit MI
2020-
Monster Drawing Rally @ Museum of Contemporary Art Detroit - Detroit MI
COVID-19 #LOCKDOWNEXHIBITION @ Instagram - Worldwide
BLACK ROCK CITY vr - IDEATE (Virtual Burning Man) @ AltSpace
Inquiry Inc.[2019/20]: #pivilion_dot_net @ The Wrong — New Digital Art Biennale
Burning Voxels @ Tokyo Crypto Hub / NFT.BLACK / - CryptoVoxel
Lightbox Live Presents: CREATIVE CODE ART FESTIVAL @ Lightbox New York, NY
Beyond Provenance: Black Speculative Futures on the Blockchain @ CryptoVoxel
2022-
GRAVITY Skate Competition @ Geary Park - Ferndale MI
Glitch Art is Dead @ Granite Area Arts Council - Granite Falls, MN
DARTT Fest @ Bamboo - Royal Oak, MI
2023-
Origraffes Sticker Expo - Brazil
The Dirty Show 23 @ Russel Industrial Center - Detroit, MI
Festival de Colantes - Uberlandia, Brazil
Bucharest Sticker Fest @ Bucharest, Romania
Ides of March: Human vs AI @ Tangent Gallery - Detroit, MI
GRAVITY Skate Competition Art Fair @ Geary Park - Ferndale MI
Zagreb Street Art Festival @ Zagreb, Croatia
Royal Oak Art Walk: Noir Leather featured Artist @ Noir Leather - Royal Oak, MI
Teresa Lousias Memorial Juried Photography Exhibition - Official Juror @ Rotunda Gallery - Dearborn, MI
Five & Below Art Show @ Bamboo - Royal Oak, MI
The Macabre Show @ River's Edge Gallery - Wyandotte MI
Glitch.Art.Br: International Online Glitch Art Exhibition @ glitch.art.br
Noir Leather 40th Anniversary Event Live Painter @ Noir Leather - Royal Oak, MI
2024-
Sharing Space Through Art: Dearborn Artist Collectives @ Padzieski Gallery - Dearborn, MI
The Dirty Show 24 @ Russel Industrial Center - Detroit, MI
The Dirty Show After Party: Live Painting @ Noir Leather - Royal Oak, MI
Spaceship Earth Presents: Cosmic Ceremony @ Tangent Gallery - Detroit, MI
Body Paint Party presented by Uta Brauser @ Packard Art House, Detroit MI
Arty Party @ Ford Community & Performing Arts Center - Dearborn, MI
Priority Slaps @ Vomanos - Detroit, MI
YardWorks Festival @ Yard Life Gallery - Glasgow, Scotland
Erotixism Vol. 2: Curated by Nixie Elixir @ Noir Leather - Royal Oak, MI
Liberated Love: Celebrating Pride with Pleasure @ Inner Sage - Ferndale Michigan
Together with Friends & Strangers: Experimental Outsider & Fine Art Experience @ Untitled Industrial Venue - Detroit, MI
Paint Out in the Park Competition during Dearborn Homecoming Festival @ Ford Field Park - Dearborn, MI
Royal Oak Art Walk 2024 @ Noir Leather - Royal Oak, MI
Paint Out in the Park Exhibition @ Padzieski Gallery - Dearnborn, MI
Mystique Market Art Exhibition @ Inner Sage - Ferndale, MI
Counter Culture Computer Club @ Ideation Orange - Hazel Park, MI
Cambiada @ Vamanos - Detroit, MI
Monochromatic Masquerade @ Ideation Orange - Hazel Park, MI
Residencies
- 2022: Lighthouse Immersive Artist in Residence @ Lighthouse Art Space - Detroit, MI
- 2024: TEAD One: Artist in Residence @ Fishnet Studios - Dearborn, MI (Jan - Mar 2024)