Weston Porter

@closedcurve

Exploring surface, structure and sculpture through computational design, fabrication, robotics and biology. alum @mpda_barcelonatech Brooklyn
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After an exciting year at Anicka Yi Studio, exploring more bio (mimicry, materials, morphism) and generative design, I am now looking for my next opportunity to leverage digital fabrication and computational design in New York. These are some excerpts from my greater portfolio; I specialize in the generation of adaptive forms, their analysis, and deconstruction back into parts and plans for assembly using Rhino, Grasshopper, and robotics. I am open to a bit of everything but have a sweet tooth for pavilions and public art. I would greatly appreciate any recommendations or referrals; my direct email is [email protected].
55 2
1 year ago
[1/2] Digital artifact from undergrad. My first exploration into generative subdivision modeling; it's incredible how organic polyhedra become with a bit of pushing, twisting, and smoothing. #parametricdesign #formfinding #designplay #design #designprocess #CAD #rhino3d #grasshopper3d #coding #digitalart #designinspiration #design #computationaldesign #parametricism #parametricarchitecture #parametric #designboom #geometric #art #rhino3d #grasshopper #parametricart #geometry #grasshopper3d #paramtricart #organic #organicdesign #biomimicry #generativedesign #animation
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3 years ago
Taking partial credit for this masterpiece since I loaned @architect_ww the drill and let it rot in my studio for a week to reach full potential 🍂🎃🔪⚫🦟 Low tech parametric pumpkin. Orrrrganic. #NotAI #Trypophobia #PumpkinCarving #Halloween #Organic #ParametricDesign #SpookySeason #CarvedPumpkin #BioInspired #TexturedArt #Biofabrication #Ick
37 2
1 year ago
Sharing more creatures and concrete in the jungle, from SFER IK Uh May in Tulum. #organicart #biomimicry #ferrocement #curves #blobs #creatures #concrete #nature #organicsculpture #natureinspired #bioinspired
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1 year ago
Incredibly grateful for a recent opportunity to visit SFER IK Uh May in Tulum. In addition to seeing the beautiful jungle, art, and ferrocement architecture, I was able to tour the amazing digital fabrication workshops! #digitalfabrication #fablabs #kuka #kukarobotics #3DPrinting #CNC #LaserCutting #WaterjetCutting #AdditiveManufacturing #RoboticManufacturing #Tulum #Sferik #Ferrocement #Architecture
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1 year ago
New coasters, anyone? Computationally generated organic texture in a (mostly) algae-based silicone analog. Even the black pigment is derived from algae. It feels even better than it looks and tastes even better if you ask our dog, Ray, who ate the prototype. #algae #coasters #homehoods #organicdesign #sustainabledesign #digitalfabrication #biofabrication #biomaterials #organicart #computationaldesign #generative #parametric #patterns #texture #rhino #grasshopper #3dprinting #blobs #blobart #biomorphic #natureinspired #ecodesign #materialinnovation #bioinspireddesign
50 2
2 years ago
New things are afoot! I've been pivoting over the past year, adding "biofabrication" to my digital fabrication and computational repertoire. I may not be smart enough to be a real biologist, but I'll wear a Junior Citizen Scientist badge with gusto. I'll emerge from my social media hibernation soon and share more projects, old and new. #sustainabledesign #digitalfabrication #biofabrication #computationaldesign #organicdesign #biomorphicart #fluidforms #blobs #blobart
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2 years ago
My concrete blobs made an appearance at our wedding, here is what AI thinks about that... "When it comes to weddings, there are many things to consider. The dress, the venue, the food, and of course, the guest list! But have you ever thought about the role that blobs could play, scattered throughout the reception space? Don't be afraid to incorporate these amorphous shapes into your big day. After all, weddings celebrate love and individuality, and what's more individual than a blob?" #blob #blobs #generative #3dprinting #ai #interiordesign #casting #concrete #concretecasting #concretedesign #concretelove #digitalfabrication #fabrication #wedding #weddingdecor #weddingdesign #weddinginspiration #design #making #3ddesign #rhino3d #grasshopper3d #grasshopper #sculpting #organic #undulating #organicdesign #3ddesigner #parametricdesign #generativedesign
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2 years ago
Last weekend, I committed myself to my cherished partner, @nicoledyar.jpg . Throughout our journey, she has been my constant collaborator, coconspirator, confidant, and companion, and I am perpetually grateful for her comforting and caring presence in my life. I look forward to continuing our shared path with unwavering compassion, cooperation, and curiosity. #CrazyInLove #CourtHouseWedding #ChatGPTHelped
66 6
2 years ago
Freshly cast and polished! Exploring a new digital/physical process for generating surface patterns and translating them into concrete molds. #3dprinter #3dprinting #cast #casting #concrete #concretedesign #concretelove #concreteplanters #concretepots #digitalfabrication #fabrication #garden #gardening #industrial #planter #planters #plants #molds #moldmaking #design #3ddesign #rhino3d #grasshopper3d #grasshopper#sculpting #organic #undulating #organicdesign #parametricdesign #generativedesign
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3 years ago
The grind never stops, but it can be therapeutic. Smoothing out the bases of some new concrete blobs. #blob #blobs #grinding #polishing #generative #3dprinting #cast #castconcrete #casting #concrete #concretecasting #concretedesign #concretelove #digitalfabrication #fabrication #molds #moldmaking #design #making #3ddesign #rhino3d #grasshopper3d #grasshopper #sculpting #organic #undulating #organicdesign #3ddesigner #parametricdesign #generativedesign
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3 years ago
Exfoliating is the key to smoother, more radiant-looking blobs! #GlowingBlobs #BlobCare #HealthyBlobs . . . #concrete #casting #acid #finishing #polishing #blob #grasshopper3d #parametric #homegoods #art #design #handmade #designart #sculpture #concreteart #concretedesign #designer #3dprinting #concreteliving #concretelove #concretedesigner #homedecor #concretedecor #processart #sculptural #computationaldesign
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3 years ago