At PAX East 2023, tech and creativity collided in spectacular fashion at the Maingear booth. In partnership with Intel, Maingear unveiled its Intel Artist Series, a bold initiative combining custom gaming PCs with cutting-edge art. This collaboration highlighted Maingear’s MG-1 desktop, known for its hot-swappable front panels, which provided the perfect canvas for custom designs.
A Fusion of Tech and Talent of Intel Artist Series 2023
The Artist Series features exclusive panel artwork created by prominent contemporary artists:
- Jesse Nyberg – Known for vibrant, retro-inspired designs
- Hydro74 (Joshua M. Smith) – Celebrated for bold, graphic illustrations
- Lauren Asta – Renowned muralist known for her whimsical, hand-drawn characters
- Rhett Dashwood – Known for his vibrant, geometric designs and intricate digital artwork, often blending vibrant colors with abstract patterns.
- Giselle San Martin – An artist whose work explores surreal, dreamlike themes, often incorporating nature and mystical elements into her designs.
- Chaz Maviyane-Davies – A Zimbabwean-born artist and designer whose work often incorporates social activism, creating thought-provoking visuals with a deep message.
- Dan Mumford – A graphic artist with a distinctive style inspired by heavy metal and rock music culture, known for his detailed illustrations and use of bold colors.
- Isaac Lefever – known for his striking, detailed designs, often blending futuristic elements with bold, graphic styles
Each artist’s work was transformed into a removable, RGB-lit panel compatible with Maingear’s MG-1 case. The panels not only elevate the PC’s visual appeal but also offer users the ability to swap styles on the fly, turning their desktop into a dynamic, personal art piece.
Intel Artist Series – Innovation Meets Expression
“The Intel Artist Series is all about celebrating individuality through performance and design,” said an Intel spokesperson. “We believe gaming PCs should reflect the personality of the gamer, and Maingear’s hot-swap panel system made that vision possible.”
Maingear’s Customer Experience Manager, Nick Pavano, echoed this sentiment at PAX East:
“This is more than just aesthetics—it’s a way to empower gamers to express themselves. These panels are easy to change, lit up with built-in RGB, and backed by top-tier hardware. It’s where performance meets personality.”
Powered by Performance
Beyond the artwork, the MG-1 systems on display featured powerhouse specs:
- Intel Core i9-13900K processors
- NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 GPUs
- Up to 64GB of DDR5 RAM
- 360mm AIO cooling systems
These systems were also showcased in artist-designed editions like the eye-catching “Shar-kade,” and each PC reflected Maingear’s commitment to boutique craftsmanship, configurability, and clean design.
Looking Ahead
The Artist Series is part of a larger effort by Maingear and Intel to engage the creative gaming community. According to both companies, this is just the beginning. More collaborations, artist panels, and custom options are planned for future product drops.
Why It Matters
This initiative brings personalization in gaming PCs to the next level. For players, creators, and fans of unique setups, the Intel x Maingear Artist Series offers a chance to own a rig that stands out in both form and function.
Whether you’re after elite gaming performance or a PC that reflects your creative side, Maingear’s MG-1—with its customizable panels—is a desktop that looks as good as it plays.