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My name is Matt Dixon. For over ten years I've been making digital artworks of robots. Exploring the world they inhabit and collecting the works of art into the 'Transmissions' books.
Since being diagnosed with a rare eye condition in 2015, the time I spend with my unique art has become more precious than ever. The condition, macular dystrophy, means that I am slowly losing my central vision. There's no cure and it's impossible to say how quickly the deterioration will progress; I simply don't know how long I'll be able to continue working the way I know.
Knowing there's a day waiting for me in the future when I'll have to stop or change the way I work is scary, but it's a wonderful motivator and I don't think I've ever been so productive with my drawing ideas. The urge to explore the world my cool robots inhabit has never been so strong. I've always enjoyed my work but since learning about my eye condition I appreciate each brush stroke in a way I never have before.
The diagnosis left me feeling pretty low for a while but really it was just a reminder to savor the moment and enjoy the wonders that are all around us. I think that's the message my robots have been trying to send all along.
A crowdfunding campaign for Transmissions 3, my new collection of colorful drawings, is in progress.
More info: mattdixon.co.uk | kck.st | Facebook
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#1
Final score:
120points
Peter Thomas 8 years ago
So beautiful. I believe we have done androids a terrible disservice projecting so much id onto them before they even exist... only humans steel themselves systematically against empathy to take from others what they don't even need. Machines may not be very intelligent yet, but their logic would be far better than that.
lunanoir69 8 years ago
I love your work, Matt, and I wish you as much time as possible to continue your work. Blessings to you.
My own Universe 7 years ago
Hi Matt, Your artwork is amazing. I really love this photo. Do you mind if I use this photo for my profile picture on my YouTube? My channel is nothing special, just saving my favorite music videos.
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#2
Final score:
96points
#3
Final score:
93points
Skunk Drunk 8 years ago
Beautiful and somehow poignant in a way. Kind of reminds me of Wall-E alone in a way...
Viki Banaszak 8 years ago
He needs someone to give him a push.....and maybe an oil can for his joints. LOL
#4
Final score:
89points
#5
Final score:
89points
Johanna-Nicollette Kidd 8 years ago
Aaww, hope it was a good thought (the globe ontop usually signifies a thought). Cute
Kelly 8 years ago
I think he is enchanted with the moth. With the little heart in the wires. It is really a cute picture.
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Paul Matthews 3 years ago (edited)
Found matts robot art recently. Big fan. Enough to redux some pieces
#6
Final score:
85points
Marsha Crom 8 years ago
I love that your robots are like children that are forever child like.
Piotr Dobrzyński 8 years ago
What a coincidence that this looks like the artwork to this track https://youtu.be/d1vAxcJGdDI
#7
Final score:
78points
Viki Banaszak 8 years ago
I know, right! It is very full of imagination. Very cool.
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#8
Final score:
73points
Charity Adams 8 years ago
I think you mean "Howls moving castle by studio ghibli and Hayao Myazaki. I think Hauru is a character from The Oran High School Host Club. If you ever want to read the book/s that Howl is based on look up Diana Wynne Jones. It's a brilliant series.
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#9
Final score:
68points
#10
Final score:
61points
Beatrice Multhaupt 8 years ago
By now you've probably begun hating people who dish out well-meaning health tips, but a supplement called Asthaxantine has helped me tremendously. Love your work, by the way.
#11
Final score:
45points
Janine Randall 8 years ago
My favorite one. His little lopsided grin makes him look so childlike.
#12
Final score:
43points
Robert's Palma 8 years ago
I think it means the world is above you and we tend to look down all the time into our daily routine but never bother to look up. Hence why he looks alone and in the dark of the worlds shadow. But hey art is what ever the person looking at it perceives.
Carol Callahan 8 years ago
Your beautiful soul shines through your art. Blessings and healing energy sent your way.
#13
Final score:
43points
Charlene Gaede 8 years ago
Matt, How delightful your robots are, I love them. Thank you for sharing them with us. Have you ever thought of making a series of children's books about them? I really think children would love them Grandma Char
#14
Final score:
42points
Juber Navarrete 8 years ago
I feel like this robot is a reflection of myself, I love Matt Dixon's work.
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Final score:
35points
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Final score:
34points
#17
Final score:
32points
Anne Morin 5 years ago
These little robots scratch at my heart. Each tells a story, if only we would see and hear it. Thank you!
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Matt Dixon (Post author) 8 years ago
Here's where they hang out - https://www.boredpanda.com/lonely-robots-paintings-matt-dixon/
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Bipolar King 8 years ago
These had me thinking if I'm human or a lonely robot pretending to be human?
Stille20 8 years ago
I TOTALLY feel you on this one... I was thinking, "but that's what it feels like to be human sometimes"
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Matt Dixon (Post author) 8 years ago
Here's my online shop Diana - http://mattdixon.bigcartel.com/
Load More Replies... Puddin Tane 8 years ago
Those are really good. You are very creative. Keep it up, you have a good thing going. And if people don't appreciate it that is their loss.
Sam Lovelace 8 years ago
I love your work so much. It's very touching and beautifully done. <3
Sitano Moto 8 years ago
I'm not exactly sure why, but these to me feel related to autism. Now, I am a person with Autism, and in no way am I trying to throw a blanket over the Autism spectrum and call it one thing, but I can actually relate to these little bots and where they are. Thanks for sharing your talent with the world! ^-^
Petra Christovová 8 years ago
Hello. Your paintings are just amazing. It SO sucks, that someone with your talent has such illness. Stupid moronic fate or whoever is responsible for that. You definitely should paint as much as possible till you can, you have both incredible fantasy and technique. I wish you well and look forward to see more art from you.
Cute Panda 8 years ago
Hey ! I like your style so much ! Keep doing ! Its so pretty ! Love , Panda 🐼
Matt Dixon (Post author) 8 years ago
Here's where they hang out - https://www.boredpanda.com/lonely-robots-paintings-matt-dixon/
Load More Replies... Bipolar King 8 years ago
These had me thinking if I'm human or a lonely robot pretending to be human?
Stille20 8 years ago
I TOTALLY feel you on this one... I was thinking, "but that's what it feels like to be human sometimes"
Load More Replies... Matt Dixon (Post author) 8 years ago
Here's my online shop Diana - http://mattdixon.bigcartel.com/
Load More Replies... Puddin Tane 8 years ago
Those are really good. You are very creative. Keep it up, you have a good thing going. And if people don't appreciate it that is their loss.
Sam Lovelace 8 years ago
I love your work so much. It's very touching and beautifully done. <3
Sitano Moto 8 years ago
I'm not exactly sure why, but these to me feel related to autism. Now, I am a person with Autism, and in no way am I trying to throw a blanket over the Autism spectrum and call it one thing, but I can actually relate to these little bots and where they are. Thanks for sharing your talent with the world! ^-^
Petra Christovová 8 years ago
Hello. Your paintings are just amazing. It SO sucks, that someone with your talent has such illness. Stupid moronic fate or whoever is responsible for that. You definitely should paint as much as possible till you can, you have both incredible fantasy and technique. I wish you well and look forward to see more art from you.
Cute Panda 8 years ago
Hey ! I like your style so much ! Keep doing ! Its so pretty ! Love , Panda 🐼
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