Jose combined both his professions to create what he calls the (AMP). Integrated into each of his works of art are a number of blended QR codes. When you scan a code, you will get a deeper insight into what is happening in the painting.

The code will link to further artwork, be it a live character video, animation, a song, or lyrics. Jose periodically changes this extra material so you can revisit again and again to learn more. Give it a try with the QR code in the above photo--it's really cool.

Speaking to GeekTech, Jose said:

"This idea has been on my mind for a little over a year. I first started playing around with QR codes when my business partner Beau Simensen and I developed a real estate web app called Propmarks. Most flyer boxes sat empty and most phone numbers led to voice mail. Barcodes on homes made sense to us. We built something that added value to the experience of locating a new place to live."I applied this same thinking to this idea. I did not what it to be gimmicky. I wanted it to be something that enhanced the physical experience of looking at the art and a way to evolve its meaning. It is so rewarding to see people really excited when they scan the painting and the animation starts playing. They don't even notice the codes at first, they just like the art, so its an added bonus."I'm thankful to be an artist in a time when such powerful technology is so readily available."

At present, three of Jose's paintings have codes hidden within them, and for now the QR codes only link to animations. In order produce and expand more fascinating character stories, the artist . His aim is to raise $20,000 within a month, and pledges start at only one dollar.