Meet the Artist
The Empire is Built at Night
Austin Lindemann is a self-taught freelance artist operating out of his home studio in Ohio. It is here, where Lindemann creates hyper-intense characters and art-pieces from the most basic fundamental materials. Each starting with water based clay. Lindemann has practiced this art since the age of just 15, and has since worked with the likes of Cypress Hill, Megadeth, and numerous other established artists and creators. Lindemann's work has been featured in publications such as Knotfest and he frequently attends notable conventions in support of the bizarre arts.
Cypress Hill
Vocalist B-Real of the legendary hip-hop group "Cypress Hill" poses with a custom "Dr. Greenthumb" mask by Austin Lindemann. This mask is currently on display for all to see at the Dr. Greenthumb's West LA location, and an additional copy at the Dr. Greenthumb's 8 Mile Detroit location.
Megadeth
Austin Lindemann models a prototype "Vic Rattlehead" stage mask commissioned by Grammy Award winning thrash metal band "Megadeth" in support of their 2022 album - "The Sick, The Dying... and the Dead!"
Kissing Candice
Mike "Djinn" Rizzuto of Long Island NY based Industrial Metal band Kissing Candice models a custom fiberglass "Oni-morph" mask by Austin Lindemann. This piece is currently being used on tour.
Trashbag Ghost
Austin Lindemann drowns in a sea of 30 custom Trashbag Ghost masks commissioned by the noteworthy artist and illustrator of the same name. These limited-edition pieces debuted and promptly sold out at Palefest 2023.
Originals
Regardless of Lindemann's numerous collaborative ventures, the majority of Austin's portfolio consists of carefully crafted original characters, each with their own unique, artistic, and expressive meanings.