Dan Flavin (1933-1996) was an American artist, best known for his work in light art. Flavin became famous for creating minimalist installations using fluorescent light tubes. In his art, he used light as a medium to transform spaces, creating works that interact with the environment and the viewer. By employing colored lights and simple geometric forms, Flavin created unique atmospheres within spaces, breaking away from traditional art forms and embracing light as an aesthetic tool for expression.
This machine works by using interconnected gears that guide the pen in a circular path. As the gears rotate at different speeds and positions, the pen creates complex, symmetrical patterns