Animatronics Puppets Interactive Sculptures

Creatures, responsive objects, practical effects, soft robotics,

Portal turret prototype

Portal Turret

workshop note

Objects become performers.

My work explores the overlap between sculpture, electronics, storytelling, mechanics, and play.

Dragon head puppet

Dragon Head

process

Creature Workbench

Materials

  • Foam
  • Fabric
  • Fur
  • Silicone
  • Wood

Electronics

  • Arduino
  • Servos
  • Sensors
  • LED Systems
  • Power Design

Fabrication

  • Pattern Making
  • 3D Printing
  • Laser Cutting
  • Mold Making
  • Assembly

Performance

  • Puppetry
  • Interaction
  • Audience Response
  • Movement Design
  • Testing
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Process & Production

Production Photo
early mechanism prototype
Production Photo
foam carving tests
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electronics integration
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puppet fitting session
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interactive sculpture
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workshop notes