Hyperstar II

Hyperstar II | Hyperbolic Geometry in Aspen and Gold | 2023 Exhibition History: Bridges Mathematical Art Gallery 2023 Original Work • Hyperbolic Geometry • Mixed Media on Wood 19 × 19 × 0.75 inches • Signed Artist's Statement Hyperstar II emerges from a six-month exploration of hyperbolic space—that strange mathematical realm where parallel lines diverge and the sum of angles in a triangle falls short of 180 degrees. This piece represents the culmination of my investigation into how non-Euclidean geometries can be rendered tangible through traditional craft. The work begins with premium Aspen hardwood, chosen for its consistent grain that serves as a quiet foundation for the mathematical complexity above. Through patient application of antique gel stain and hand-rubbed finishes, the wood develops a depth that seems to extend beyond its physical boundaries—an appropriate substrate for geometry that defies our everyday spatial intuition. At the heart of the composition, 24-karat go