ART & DESIGN

Art Series by Martin Lenclos

Art and self-questioning devices from a consciousness-first design practice—made to interrupt perception and invite the viewer inward.

The work of Martin Lenclos unfolds as part of an ongoing experiment: What happens when reality is explored as if it begins in consciousness, not matter?

These objects, images, and visual fragments are less statements than self-questioning devices—designed to pause habitual seeing, loosen judgment, and turn awareness back toward the one perceiving.

Many of these series evolved alongside The Dreamer Project, forming a visual counterpart to its central inquiry:

Who is seeing this?

Black and white portrait of a man with a shaved head and short beard, wearing a crew neck t-shirt, looking at the camera with a slight smile.

MARTIN LENCLOS

“The art and design work unfolding from L’Enclos is not a demonstration of answers—it’s an invitation to see differently.”

A digital pigment print on German Etching features seemingly useless furniture in a minimalistic interior space. A stark reminder that our perception defines the value and purpose we attribute to objects.

Contours of Impermanence

The 'Contours of Impermanence' series by Martin Lenclos invites a meditation on the fleeting nature of our material world. Captured through an impossible axonometric perspective, the digital paintings urge you to step outside the human perspective, transcending judgments and preconceived notions of usefulness. The depicted objects, intentionally flawed, echo our imperfections and prompt compassionate introspection. As 'self-questioning devices,' these pieces hold no meaning other than what we bestow upon them - a testament to the power of our perceptions. 

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Mirages of Fragmentation by L'Enclos. This collection portrays urban landscapes recreated with UV mapping, challenging the viewer's perceptions of separation and interconnectedness.

Mirages of Fragmentation

The series "Mirages of Fragmentation" presents urban landscapes that explore the boundaries of perception through fragmented perspectives. Inspired by nondual philosophy, this photo collage series aims to remind viewers of the interconnectedness of existence. Each piece challenges perceptions and invites contemplation, crafted from hundreds of stills to offer a new perspective on the spatial alchemy of our surroundings, uncovering hidden colors, textures, and materials.

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From the Paradox of the Typical Atypical collection, the chair, defying conventions, provokes introspection and questions our ingrained perceptions.

Paradox of the Typical Atypical

"Paradox of the Typical Atypical" is a chair designed to transcend typical furniture. It symbolizes a spiritual design approach, creating self-questioning devices that invite users to shift their perception and connect more deeply to the present moment. Engineered to appear broken while supporting over 300 pounds, the chair alters how individuals perceive and understand their surroundings. It promotes a mindful, nonjudgmental, and conscious way of living.

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A digital pigment print on Rice Paper pays homage to the indomitable spirit of journalists, whistleblowers, and activists who confronted the world. It was artfully crafted to awaken the viewer to the interconnected nature of our shared consciousness.

Shadows of the Mind

Imprinted on Unryu rice paper, this digital painting combines hues of bleached wood with watercolor strokes. The monochromatic style blends with its environment, encouraging contemplation and self-inquiry. Part of the Self-Questioning Devices series, it explores self and society, aiming to provide insight into our interconnected reality.

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From the Unity in Fragments series, it is a vibrant, bustling photo collage of city dwellers unknowingly mirroring each other's actions, reflecting the theme of unified consciousness.

Unity in Fragments

The photo collage series "Unity in Fragments" by Martin Lenclos explores the unity underlying our existence. Inspired by nondual philosophies, it challenges the perception of separateness and highlights our role in a single, interwoven consciousness. Immersing us in New York City's pulse, each collage reveals an intricate symphony of urban life, echoing with patterns as individuals mirror each other's gestures. These self-questioning devices invite contemplation, revealing interconnectedness and potentially encouraging a sense of peace.

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Reflection of a building with multiple windows and a street scene in a glass window, with a yellow spiraling pattern and hanging coins or tokens inside the room.

Veil of Perception

In the 'Veil of Perception' collection, familiar cityscapes become profound explorations of reality and illusion. Through double exposure, reflection, and shadow play, these photographs embody our habitual, sense-derived misinterpretations that veil our perception of the truth. The pictures are not mere depictions of urban life; they are meditative tools, challenging our belief in a separate, individualized reality. Each image is an invitation to peer beyond our conventional understanding to realize the One Mind that is pure consciousness. Echoing Zen's concept of Avidya and Sunyata, these works call us to dispel the cloud of ignorance and witness the interdependent nature of existence. Uncover your true divine nature beyond the 'Veil of Perception.'

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L'Enclos Fluctuating Realities are virtual montages of photographs. Digital renderings of bustling cityscapes, crafted from an intricate 3D photo collage of thousands of photo sprites.

Fluctuating Realities

"Fluctuating Realities" by Martin Lenclos presents urban landscapes reimagined as intricate 3D collages, created from thousands of photo sprites. These cityscapes mirror cognitive processes, highlighting how we construct and adapt our perceptions of the world. Inspired by nondual philosophy, Lenclos emphasizes the illusion of separation and suggests that shifting our perception to recognize our inherent wholeness can lead to inner peace.

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L'Enclos drawings collection. Expressive charcoal drawings and paintings of nude men and women, symbolizing spiritual defenselessness and inherent freedom.

Essence of Vulnerability

Our 'Essence of Vulnerability' collection embraces defenselessness, featuring rapid charcoal drawings and paintings of nude figures. The expressive, detail-free artistry emphasizes movement and freedom, mirroring our inner peace and divine nature. These works challenge our fear-driven need to defend, which stems from illusions of separation. Through the raw vulnerability of nudity, we recognize our inherent safety and unity, reminding us to transcend artificial divisions. The body, laid bare, is a divine communication tool, an extension of love.

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L'Enclos Furniture — A wooden chair with a carved seat featuring multiple rounded indentations and pegs, and a backrest shaped like the letter 'T'.
L'Enclos Miniature Furniture by Martin Lenclos — Small wooden chair with a textured seat, placed on a wooden surface.
L'Enclos Furniture by Martin Lenclos — Three wooden furniture pieces with spikes on their surfaces, against a plain light background.

Perceptual Terrain

In "Perceptual Terrain," Martin Lenclos creates abstract miniature landscapes that transform furniture into self-questioning devices, challenging traditional functionality. The uneven and seemingly unusable surfaces encourage users to reevaluate their reliance on physical comfort and contemplate their perceptions and judgments. Lenclos integrates nondual spiritual teachings with innovative design elements. Protruding shapes on the seats and tables disrupt conventional use, symbolizing the need to transcend physical and mental constraints. This design aims to dissolve distinctions and guide users toward a deeper awareness, serving as a gateway to inner peace and unity.

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L'Enclos' Wall-hanging oak skateboards with sapele butterfly inlays, symbolizing resilience and the power of the present moment.

Continuum of Resilience

The "Continuum of Resilience" skateboards by Martin Lenclos are crafted from naturally cracked oak, patched with sapele butterfly inlays. Each unique piece symbolizes repair and renewal, encouraging a focus on the present moment. The design reflects the idea that despite life's challenges, renewal and healing are always possible.

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A harmonious blend of travertine and teak, symbolizing the power of compassion and non-judgment in our perception

Blueprints of Hypothesis

An interplay of travertine and teak wood, the "Blueprints of Hypothesis" furniture collection by Martin Lenclos embodies the journey toward perceiving love and light in all beings. This experimental series features hollow rocks with delicate travertine layers on lightweight wood and aluminum frames, aiming to foster recognition of our connection with the One Mind. The rough travertine edges symbolize inherent wholeness, while the teak wood base represents the search for truth and guidance beyond time and space.

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