Moai 2006 (49” x 14” x 12”)
He gets his name from the stone statues on Easter Island. I’ve been fascinated with them since I was a kid. His head sort of reminds me of them. The inclusion of a mercury tilt switch (in his belly) is also a long time fascination just now coming to light. What could be cooler that liquid metal?
Materials:
Pneumatic nail guns, contractors level, boat motor handle, exercise equipment, vacuum attachment, baking pan, small clamps, juicer, mercury switch, velvet, stock aluminum, dark room timer, motor, LED lights, magnifying lens.
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