Pursuing Precision

In 2012 when a friend said my work looked like Steampunk art, I had to ask what he meant. I was happily surprised to learn there were many others who have the same appreciation for traditional 19th century materials; especially the precision required for high-end design, machining, and manufacturing. Pursuing precision (and its associated properties like exactness, tolerance, durability, repeatability) can result in devices that are aesthetically interesting. But then, when combined with purposeful and stylistic intentions, the designs and devices were often remarkable. It is this mechanical precision that continues to spark my curiosity.

‘Get Busy’

That’s what a friend said to me recently; ‘You should be busy during the lock-down creating all sorts of new stuff’. And while I’ve been dappling with a retro reel-to-reel tape player, it’s been a busy summer despite spring/summer despite lock-down. But I did complete Nikola’s Lamp, a table sculpture just uploaded.

I hope you’ve been able to engage your mind,body, and spirit. With autumn around the corner, I look forward to searching for hidden and forgotten treasures and transforming them into, umm, something! I guess it is time to get busy.

Peace and Love