These Mechanical Rock Sculptures Are Suspended with Their Own Weight
Artist Dan Grayber combines elements from industrial design and nature to create objects that seem to defy gravity.
Art & Sculpture
As makers, we are blessed with fascinating ways to create unique pieces of artwork or sculptures from scratch. From working with traditional methods like wood carving and metalworking to utilizing emerging technologies like 3D printing and laser cutting, there is an endless array of possibilities for makers to explore. They are continuously breathing life into breathtaking creations that make us all stand back in awe. Letโs take a look at some recent developments in what makers around the world have been creating lately โ be sure not to miss out on their incredible artwork!
Rediscovering “Lost Knowledge”
A look back at our 2009 column dedicated to lost and marginalized technologies of the past.
These Interactive Cellphone Butterflies Come to Life When You Call Them
The butterflies, created with recycled phone parts and glittering with SIM card wings, can receive phone calls.
Coins Become a Canvas for This Intricate Carver
Shaun Hughes engraves coins with intricate and beautiful designs. His designs run from whimsical to intricate patterns and scroll engravings.
Sculpting with Books to Make Abstract Art
Jacqueline Rush Lee creates art by rolling up individual sheets of paper and bending larger sections of pages from books.
Use a Vinyl Cutter to Design Stencils for Spray Painting
While itโs an older practice, stenciling continues to have modern relevance, especially with new techniques afforded by digital cutting tools.
Tech-Savvy Knitwear Designer Weighs In On Kniterate
Knitwear designer Lindsay Degen worked with with automated desktop knitting machine Kniterate to see how it compares to industrial machines.
