MechaniCards
Brad Litwin of Philadelphia creates miniature, hand-operated sculptures composed of paperboard that he calls MechaniCards. In addition to the paperboard, each card has wood, plastic, or metal elements that are integral to the movement.
Brad's constructed models require little assembly, but for the diy enthusiast, each model is also available as a kit. You can see several of his sculptures in action...
Brad says he's always been fascinated by wheels, screws, and the relationships of moving parts... definitely evident in his well-engineered designs.
Brad's constructed models require little assembly, but for the diy enthusiast, each model is also available as a kit. You can see several of his sculptures in action...
If I had to pick a favorite, it's The Ambigulator (1:30 mark). With Valentine's Day still fresh in my mind, I'm thinking it would be a unique way to propose. :) By the way, Brad is also an avid musician and that's him providing the background music - quite a creative guy!
It is such and unique idea ,these mechanicards.The mandala is so intricate and beautiful. I love the dragonfly too.
ReplyDeleteThese are amazing!!! The engineer in me is so excited to see these. My dad loves engines (and my cards), so I think I need to be making one of these.
ReplyDeleteI knew of Litwin's work but had not seen these particular constructions. Really wonderful!
ReplyDeleteStunning!!!!
ReplyDeleteVery good Brad and so original !
all the best and Thank you Ann for sharing such beauties!!
aureliaeugenia
Ann,
ReplyDeleteThank you for the introduction to this artist, his work is incredible.
I like them much better with the hand cranks, then I do when he hooks them to a motor.
I would not attempt to try and put together one of his kits, it would be so mind boggling.
These are amazing! The dragonfly one is especially artsy - love the wings. I'm off to check if they're for sale!
ReplyDeleteYuenie.
These are incredible! Thanks for telling us about his work.
ReplyDeleteI just thought I'd let you know that I gave you a little mention on my own blog:
http://lisa-handmadeinisrael.blogspot.com