We recently received an email inquiry about David's kinetic sculptures from a person that was researching Dorian Reeds on YouTube. He discovered the following video that combines an incredible sound track with carefully timed video clips. How many different sculptures of David's can you find included? Dorian Reeds, by Terry Riley Eric Mohr, amplified bassoon Recorded April 4, 2014 at the University of Toronto ..read more

For many of us, the very first kinetic sculpture we encountered was probably a George Rhodes rolling ball machine in an airport or science museum. I know mine was and I remember how I spent a long time fascinated as I followed the various pathways for the descending balls. This kickstarter project is one that makes me smile in the same way. It is by Andy and Keith Johnston and one of them is an owner of a Dimensions! Check out their video. Dimensions is there! Here is a link to there kickstarter page and video. They have reached their funding goal but if you want an early set, you can pledge ..read more

I often hear from people interested in clock making. This youtube link was sent to me by a friend that is fluent in Japanese. He was able to provide me with a few details about this very ambitious clock mechanism. This weight driven clock has two mechanisms, one telling time and one writing it out once every minute. It was designed by a 22 year old industrial design student for his graduation project. It is called a Plock (plot+clock). Wow ..read more

I recently received a short email from Chet Corcos. He liked my Infinity sculpture and spent some time creating an interactive version on the web. Very cool. Check out this link and have fun! Thanks for sharing Chet. (Update - link has been removed.) http://www.chetcorcos.com/spiral/- no longer active ..read more

Several years ago I shared here a video about the marvelous musical kinetic sculpture created by Martin Molin. One of the my collectors recently sent me a link to a new video by Marton about how this machine works.  Worth watching! There is also a "Part 2" in this series. Music and Marble Machine composed and built by Martin Molin Filmed and Edited by Hannes Knutsson ..read more

  It was back in 2010 that David last had an open house at the studio. It is true that these don’t occur very often so folks, take note…..  We are having another open house at the Wood That Works studio on December 3rd and 4th, 2016 from 10 AM until 5 PM. We would love for you to stop by, see David’s recent work and say hi.                 Introducing Sea Frolic David will be displaying lots of sculptures including several from his new series. The Kindala series (a new word created by combining Mandala and kinetic) represents a year of study b ..read more

Colossal has uncovered another kinetic artist and shared his work on their website. The work of Dedy Shofianto of Indonesia is fascinating and unique.  Check out these incredible mechanical insects all constructed from jati teak wood. They are kinetic and rely on electric components to create the motion. You can get more information about Dedy Shofianto at the following resources: Colossal post byChristopher Jobson here. Rebase Contemporary arts here. YouTube video here ..read more

This video just kept surprising me.  Watch the incredible manourvers regulated by magnets.  Get more information about Kaplamino on his/her youtube channel here ..read more

We regularly get the request to let people know when an edition is nearing the end. This post is such a notice. We soon will have orders for all the remaining Variation Sun II sculptures. This piece is in an edition of 24 and the last 2 are still available for order. But they aren't in the schedule until February of 2017 with shipping aiming for March 1, 2017. If you are interested in this wonderful kaleidoscopic design then get in touch soon! Limited Edition of 24  •  Size: 46"h x 44"w x 8"d  •  Approx. Run Time: 15 hours  Price: $3000.00  •  Click here to O ..read more

The link to this video was sent to us by Jim Schnieder of Blue Oak Hill Sculpture Park in Nevada. It isn't my kinetic sculpture but one created by James Borden. I experience the same challenges with display.  I have never been able to understand the uncontrollable urge people have to touch mechanical objects! Their curiosity just gets the better of them.  This unfortunate video comes from the National Watch and Clock Museum of Columbia, PA. That certainly looks like an interesting place to visit ..read more