For this part of the Vulcan series, I set a boundary for myself: one layer, flat colors, and a repeating pattern that moves like a quiet rhythm under the surface. Within that boundary I’m testing its strength — how far it can be stretched, where it warps, how it responds to pressure. These pieces are the early hammer‑strikes in Vulcan’s workshop, learning the metal before shaping it into something more elaborate.

The math here wanders into territory I can’t describe without putting us both to sleep, so I’m giving the words a rest. If you want me to take a swing at explaining it, you can always email me — but for now, the images get the spotlight.