Kinetics
A Sculptural Take On the Drum Machine Using Discs And Magnets
Axel Bluhme's 'XOXX Composer' is a drum machine for pros, amateurs, and novices that merges kinetics and magnets.
Hacked Feedback Systems Reveal the Sound of Empty Space
In his three-part project 'The sound of empty space,' sound artist Adam Basanta hacks into the musicality of microphones, speakers, and amplifiers.
Stunning Light Fixture From ART+COM Imitates A Manta Ray's Movements
Manta Rhei beats the standard IKEA fare, but it’s probably a lot pricier too.
Laikingland Creates Kinetic Objects Just For Kicks
More playful than practical, these kinetic creations do meaningless things.
Sensory Elegance: A Q&A With Conceptual Fashion Designer Ying Gao
The Montréal-based designer reveals her techniques for embeddings gadgets into garments, plus a sneak peak of her new project No(where), Now(here).
520 Cat Figurines Become An "Army of Luck"
Boris Petrovsky’s kinetic installation The Global Pursuit of Happiness may look cute, but has a sinister message.
The Last Supper Undergoes A Robotic Makeover [Q&A]
Giles Walker’s installation The Last Supper refracts the famous biblical scene through a glass darkly.