Steampunk
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My 2014 Art Hop exhibit was based on the whimsy and industrial style of steampunk. For those who haven't heard of steampunk before, I've always been a fan of this definition from the Ministry of Peculiar Occurrences.
"Steampunk is an inspired movement of creativity and imagination. With a backdrop of either Victorian England or America’s Wild West at hand, modern technologies are re-imagined and realized as elaborate works of art, fashion, and mechanics."
"If Jules Verne or H.G. Wells were writing their science fiction today, it would be considered “steampunk.”
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There's something very romantic and engaging about steampunk. Maybe it's the elaborate details, the dreamlike themes, or the peculiar blend of mechanical elements and historical fashion. Whatever it is I loved working in this genre and was able to generate five sculptures:
- The Choctopus: Yes, he's wearing a monocle.
- Steampunk Top Hat: Adorned with gears, feathers and goggles
- Diver's Helmet: Luster dust really gave this one a metallic feel
- Geared Owl: My 14-month old daughter's favorite
- Submarine: Utilitarian deep sea traversal
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My sculptures will be on display at South End Kitchen in Burlington, VT starting on September 5th, 2014. Come check them out in person!
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About the Art Hop: Lake Champlain Chocolates factory store is located on Pine Street in Burlington, VT – part of Burlington’s south end. Each year in September, a three day event is organized to celebrate the south end’s amazing artist community. Businesses all up and down the Pine Street corridor become make-shift art galleries and there are over 500 participating artists showcasing paintings, sculptures, photography and yes … even chocolate art. Visit SEABA.com for more information about the Art Hop.