I am the craftsman named Richard Sanchez Pace; also know as Pacefactor.
My work revolves around the exploration of history, esotericism, symbolism, and semiotics. Anchored in four core disciplines — Publishing, Prototyping, Perspective, and Perception — I develop art that invites audiences to engage deeply with complex and, at times, nearly incomprehensible concepts. While my primary methodologies involve printmaking and design communication, my practice frequently expands into interactive and consumable forms of art, such as games, cards, books, and keepsakes, while also incorporating digital media.
Through Publishing, I explore the craft of print design and printmaking, employing both traditional and experimental techniques to create tangible, communicative works. Prototyping allows me to experiment with tools and processes, blending traditional craftsmanship with outdated equipment to uncover new artistic possibilities. Perspective drives my conceptual approach, encouraging an exploration of meaning that immerses viewers in alienating yet resonant experiences. Lastly, Perception grounds my work in the human ability to sense meaning beyond comprehension, inviting the audience to interpret and layer their understanding onto embedded, definitive meanings.
A recurring theme in my work is the idea of "meaning without meaning." This concept fosters a state of alienation from the subject matter, akin to being immersed in a foreign culture where meaning is present yet not fully understood. My art invites viewers to embrace the "death of the author" by participating in the creation of meaning, even as defined intentions lie beneath the surface.
Ultimately, my goal as an artist and craftsman is to embody the philosophy of being "post-synthetic." This means recognizing the stagnancy of current aesthetic and philosophical syntheses while honoring and repurposing history. By combining traditional processes with modern technologies—such as AI, 3D printing, and UX/UI design—I aim to create work that harmonizes the old and the new, ensuring these methods remain relevant and transformative in contemporary contexts.