Dallas acknowledges that the collaboration between art and science has been an important aspect of his artistic practice for some time. His eclectic interest in mechanical and electrical objects stems from his former career as an aerospace engineer, and his work amalgamates diverse concepts, materials, and processes, revealing a sustained interest in transformative materiality and form.
His recent work references notions of time, the natural world and the way in which science fiction influences science fact, highlighting the shared common approach between art and science. Dallas states "There is always something beautiful about the uncontrolled exploration of making art and the methodical and intentional exploration that art and science can reveal".
His recent work references notions of time, the natural world and the way in which science fiction influences science fact, highlighting the shared common approach between art and science. Dallas states "There is always something beautiful about the uncontrolled exploration of making art and the methodical and intentional exploration that art and science can reveal".
'Belling Handy Heater' 2018. Held in the Royal West of England Academy's permanent collection.
©2013 Dallas Collins