About The Artist

" The orb is not actually the art. The emotion experienced and the interaction with the piece by the viewer is the art that the orb creates. I never get tired of seeing people reach out to touch something that they know is not there. It is truly a unique experience that took years to develop. I figured out how to open the portal, but still need to figure out how to get through it.”

Paul Makovski (Maks), the founder of Maks Simone, is a self-taught artist whose journey into the world of mixed media creations is a testament to the power of innate creativity. 

Growing up intrigued by street artists, graffiti, and contemporary art, he found early inspiration from the interplay of bright colors, textures, and forms that shaped the urban landscape of his childhood in Dorchester, MA. He embarked on a decade long artistic exploration, experimenting with various mediums and technology to articulate his evolving vision. Since 2010 he has been fine tuning the 3d art effect into the unique pieces that you see today. 

Paul's intuitive approach and fearless use of unconventional materials results in captivating pieces that engage viewers on a visceral level. Both his Spirit Orb and Double Take art pieces force a physical presence to properly interact with the art, as they can only be viewed by the human eye, and the illusions and experience are simply lost through videos and photographs. The lenses and materials being used were not accessible years ago. Thanks to advancements and innovations in materials and manufacturing, technology artists are now able to express their ideas in ways that weren’t possible before. 

Driven by a passion for self-expression and a commitment to pushing artistic boundaries, Paul continues to evolve his craft, in an effort to leave a permanent mark on the contemporary art scene.