At the Gallery
Mathematician uses traffic camera footage to create art
CBC Television Ottawa
May 18, 2026
“Martin Brooks, a former hedge fund mathematician, moved to the visual arts field more than a decade ago. He creates art pieces using a combination of software he developed plus City of Ottawa traffic camera footage. His first exhibition, Quiet City, showcases more than 30 prints that offer a unique view of familiar city streets. Doug Hempstead, CBC Ottawa’s traffic reporter, went to the gallery to learn more.”
About the Artist
Martin Brooks
Martin Brooks is the creator of ShapeVision Art, the result of a long research journey into math and code to capture complexity in natural phenomena. Growing up in an arts and science family, pure mathematics became the confluence of truth and beauty for him. His unique ShapeVision software transforms photos to colourful “shape fabrics”. Martin then uses vector graphics apps to sculpt unforgettable printed fine art.
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Bank & Queen, Martin Brooks
Bank & Queen, Martin Brooks
Until May 28th
Martin Brooks:
Quiet City
Painterly views through Ottawa traffic cams
Using his unique ShapeVision software, Brooks transforms urban data into vibrant geometric compositions that explore the confluence of mathematics and art. Learn More ➤
Getting There
Visit the Gallery & Boutique at 721 Chem. Riverside #205, Wakefield, Quebec
Take the driveway right of Expeditions Wakefield
Follow the fence to the left
Enter by the blue door at the rear.
Go up the stairs. There is no elevator.
Go right at the top of the stairs to our door!