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WASTELAND GUITARS BY dom de plume

Wasteland Guitars

Wasteland Guitars, created by Dom De Plume, is an art project where musical instruments become post-apocalyptic works of art. Each guitar is a testament to creativity and craftsmanship, with a unique dystopian style. Dom presents a collection of hand-painted guitars that tell stories of a future past.

... where music & art collide in a post-apocalyptic symphony...

Artistic motif

Wasteland Guitars is not just about guitars; it’s a living art project. Here, rust and corrosion represent more than just looks; they symbolize the end of an era for metal and rock stars. The rusting process is a metaphor for time passing, old idols fading, and artistry being reborn. It’s a tribute to an era’s decline, creating instruments with a new story and meaning that reflect music’s changing essence beyond its former glamour.

Meet the Artist

Dom De Plume - The Artist

Meet Dom De Plume, the creator behind Wasteland Guitars. An artist driven by a passion for music, craftsmanship with a touch of eccentricity. Dom curates these guitars as pieces of art, infusing them with individuality, depth, and a post-apocalyptic narrative. Dom’s creations combine sound and sight with great attention to detail and musicality.

Dom De Plume has a wide-ranging creative background. He has a university degree in multimedia art and has established himself not only as an artist but also as a media designer. He currently works as a full-time creative director, channeling his artistic vision into various innovative projects.

In addition to his professional work, Dom’s deepest passions lie in toys and music. He has been playing the guitar for almost 25 years and used to play in local clubs and youth hostels in his youth.

As a multimedia artist, Dom’s miniature creations and designer toys have graced exhibitions around the world, from San Francisco to Vienna. He has exhibited alongside greats such as Amanda Visell, Pushead, Ron English, and Frank Kozik.

The electric guitar serves as both a source of passion and a medium for his creativity, combining his passion, hobby and vocation. This fusion led to the creation of his art project: Wasteland Guitars.

it's all about the art of color

crafting & painting

Despite their rustic appearance, there isn’t an ounce of real rust on these electric guitars— – It’s all about the art of color.

A myriad of techniques, colors, and coatings come together to achieve this distinctive look. Each guitar part, down to the tiniest screw, receives meticulous attention with multiple layers of primer, paints, and sealers. The majority of the work is handcrafted with a brush, ensuring precision and a unique touch.

Utilizing a diverse palette ranging from alcohol-based to enamels, acrylics and stains, each piece is treated individually. Metal components, wooden parts, and pickups undergo different treatments tailored to their characteristics and stress levels.

Before the painting process begins, every piece undergoes disassembly and is primed with high-quality primers from various reputable brands. This ensures the colors adhere flawlessly. The painting process involves multiple layers of diverse paints, encompassing water-based and alcohol-based varieties. Each piece is then meticulously sealed with clear coats, guaranteeing durability.

Every guitar is a work fo art in its own right, hand-painted with care and expertise. While these guitars are indeed art pieces, they are fully playable instruments, carefully crafted for both aesthetics and functionality.

Behind the scenes

Wasteland Guitars

Wasteland Guitars, where musical instruments transcend into post-apocalyptic artistry