MakersPlace

This artwork was created for artist Reinhard Schmid's first solo drop on Makersplace and is originally presented IRL by Flux Collective at NEONREAL - The Gallery, in Dsseldorf, Germany.

"Everything is in a state of flux, including the status quo." - Robert Byrne

"Dong" is an animated digital collage that revolves around the iconic SmackMan. Created using Reinhard Schmid's traditional artwork and digital assets, the artwork transports SmackMan to a surreal, steampunk-inspired setting. Surrounded by mechanical elements, he moves, as if he was beating a giant gong in perpetual motion. It captures the essence of SmackMan's eccentricity and his ability to thrive in any situation.