ANIMATION 01 // SEAMLESS LOOP
EST. 2004 // MID WALES, UK • INNOVATION, CREATIVITY & TECHNOLOGY
Martin Evans Curious by nature. Creative by design. Always experimenting.
I'm Martin Evans — an innovation enthusiast, creative technologist and problem solver with a passion for exploring ideas and turning them into something real.
From digital experiences, design and photography to AI, programming, emerging technologies and the occasional obsession with darts, this is a collection of things I've created, explored and experimented with along the way.
Part portfolio, part playground, part ongoing experiment. Always learning, always making, and never particularly good at leaving an interesting idea alone.
+
+
+
+
MID WALES, UK
Martin Evans • Creative Technologist & Maker
PROJECT // DESK STAND
Darts Holder ME
Most desk dart stands are lightweight foam blocks that tilt over the moment you grab a dart. I designed this 3D-printed stand to sit solidly on a desk, hold a set of three darts upright and ready, and stay firmly planted when you pick them up.
Material
Matte Black PLA
Layer Height
0.16mm for a clean, smooth finish
Capacity
Holds 3 darts (steel or soft tip)
3D Software
Blender
Base Shape
Hexagonal anti-tip base
Print File
Free STL file (259 KB)
DESIGN DETAILS:
- 01 / Tapered Holes: Sized so different barrel shapes and points slide in smoothly without touching or bending the flights.
- 02 / Solid Base: Extra infill near the bottom gives the stand enough weight that it won't tip over when you take a dart out.
Loading 3D model...
Click & drag to rotate • Scroll to zoom
01 // Smooth entry
02 // Hexagonal shape
03 // Stable base
04 // Clean print layers
HOW IT LOOKS PRINTED:
ON THE DESK
FREE WEB APP • AVAILABLE NOW
Checkout IQ — Smarter Darts Finishes
“Most dart players have a double they feel most confident hitting. Standard charts force everyone down the exact same route. Checkout IQ works out your finishes around the double you actually want.”
[01]
Built around your favorite double
Pick the double you trust most — like Double 16 or Double 20. The calculator instantly reorganizes every checkout from 2 to 170 to lead straight to your best double.
[02]
Sets up your finish in advance
Before you even get down to a finish, it points you toward scores on your setup throw that leave a clean, comfortable checkout next time you step up.
[03]
Avoids tricky “bogey” numbers
Scores like 169 or 166 can't be taken out in a single turn. Checkout IQ flags these awkward numbers and suggests safe paths so you don't get stuck.
[04]
Interactive board & live scorer
See exactly where each dart lands on a regulation dartboard graphic, complete with an interactive 501 match scorer to practice with during games.
Finishes: All scores from 2 to 170
Custom Doubles: Choose your top targets
Works Offline: Installable on phone or tablet
Motion & Animation
A series of short animation experiments made in After Effects, exploring typography, geometric movement, and smooth visual loops.
ANIMATION 02 // COLOR SHIFT
ANIMATION 03 // 3D ROTATION
Places, Light & Moments
A collection of favorite photos from walks in Mid Wales, trips down to Somerset, and travels across Europe. I like natural light, rich textures, and keeping the images looking true to real life.
Get in Touch
Whether you're interested in 3D printing, motion design, photography, have thoughts or feedback on Checkout IQ, or just want to chat about an idea — drop me a message.
email@martinevans.org
Based in Mid Wales, UK. I usually reply within a day or two.