Bach - performed by a wooden ball

I think that is the best rolling ball sculpture that I have yet seen.  Take note of the method used to create the proper timing for the musical piece.  Very well done and worth watching!


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MODEL A’LA EXPERIMENT

Here's a video of an interesting architectural model created by Rasmus Svingel, produced while he was a student at the Aarhaus School of Architecture in Denmark.


Experiment process model from Rasmus Svingel on Vimeo.

Rasmus describes it as "an investigation of space and program diversity through movement".  The concept for the model was originally created in a digital computer program and then "processed into an analog model".  Rasmus explains that the model is his attempt to study how a structure might adapt to changing needs necessitated by climate, space, etc.

My first impression was an appreciation for the design and beauty of the model, as it resembles some mobile ideas that I have been working on.  When I opened the video to see more, I was delighted to find that it is in fact a beautiful kinetic sculpture - using a series of carbon fibre wires and rubber bands to produce movement.

Be sure to check out more of Rasmus' designs in his online portfolio.  He has some wonderful ideas, and if his career in architecture doesn't work out, I would suggest that he would have a bright future as an artist...a career transition that happens more often than you would expect.

Rasmus Svingel online portfolio

Bongue Amplifier by Studio Toer

I don't quite understand how this "Kinetic Amplifier" works, but I love the way it looks and moves!

See more, including a video here, at MoCo Loco

Metropolis II, by Chris Burdon

This kinetic sculpture by Chris Burdon is amazing. 
 I love the concept, and it is obvious that no expense has been spared in producing it.

Watch the video here

Automata by Gina Kamentsky

The tradition of building automata to demonstrate scientific principals dates back as far a Hero's contraptions in ancient Greece.  Automata has also been used in conjunction with religious icons, as well as for performing practical work, and simply for fun as toys and novelties.

Many artists have experimented with Automata and Kinetic Sculpture.  The best are able to integrate knowledge of basic engineering mechanisms with a keen sense of playfulness and whimsical design to create novel  contraptions that are a delight to watch.

Gina Kamenstky's works are among the best that I have seen.  Check out her website for an amazing array of devices and be sure to watch the videos!

Gina Kamentsky's Mechanical Confections

Typographic Mobiles by Ebon Heath

I really love these hanging mobiles by Ebon Heath, which range from hand-cut Tyvek or bristol to laser-cut acrylic. He refers to this as his "stereo.type" project and his intent is to liberate Type from the confines of a flat page and give it physicality: life, movement, and form.

I'm very impressed with the creativity and beauty of Ebon's work.

You can find more information about him here:

http://www.yatzer.com/1690_ebon_heath_and_his_visual_poetry

and here:

http://listeningwithmyeyes.com/index.html

McCormick Center

Hanging sculpure at McCormick Place in Chicago

McCormick Place is a huge facility, and if you happen to visit it for a convention or trade show I'd encourage you to do some exploring. There are many wonderful sculptures hidden away from the exhibit halls in areas where visitors do not typically wander, such as this piece, tucked away on level 4 or 5 of the South Building. I searched for a placard, but could not find any information about this piece or the artist that created it.

McCormick Place also has works by Tim Prentice, Dale Chihuly, and James Surls