Hidden Styles
Dylan Martinez is a contemporary glass artist whose hyperrealistic sculptures push the boundaries of perception. His renowned water bag sculptures and vibrant glass water balloons defy expectations, making viewers question what’s real and what’s an illusion. Each piece is meticulously crafted to play with light, transparency, and texture, creating a visual trickery so convincing it’s almost unsettling—in the best way possible.
Geometry Meets Illusion
Mastering the Art of Deception
With a Master of Fine Arts in Glass from Ball State University, Dylan has trained with master craftsmen in the U.S. and abroad, perfecting techniques that allow him to create the impossible. His work is held in prestigious collections worldwide, including the Imagine Museum (Florida), Kelime Müzesi (Turkey), and the private collection of Karen and Robert Duncan. Featured in Colossal, Elle Decoration, American Craft Magazine, and Interior Design Magazine, his art continues to captivate audiences across the globe.
Color, Light, and Depth
The Artist Who Will Fool Your Eyes
Dylan Martinez’s work is for those who love the unexpected—collectors, art enthusiasts, and anyone with a fascination for illusion and craftsmanship. His sculptures challenge perception, inviting viewers to look closer, question reality, and experience a moment of wonder. Whether you’re drawn to the playful nostalgia of water balloons or the mesmerizing realism of his glass water bags, each piece offers a unique blend of technical mastery and artistic magic.
"You can’t create something new just by repeating what you already know - you have to push beyond that."
Dylan Martinez
Dylan Martinez Collection
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