MechaniCards
Brad Litwin of Philadelphia creates miniature, hand-operated sculptures composed of paperboard that he calls MechaniCards. In addition to the paperboard, each card has wood, plastic, or metal elements that are integral to the movement.
![MechaniCard - Mandala](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/blogger_img_proxy/AEn0k_vO7rHtOndO8UoNDDlBBQh-ogPdOWM4AFHuE4ilKkvucvrDSrqZWRzQeBwkjLMaidj8mOK171isj-1WpAdKZ07IkDu2Px-dWlPrtICeC4gLIDYjmpqC2XQyuLNKXrFHBA=s0-d)
![MechaniCard - Yike-a-cycle](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/blogger_img_proxy/AEn0k_tU6uBAOrd0qcQ7XjUGVZcxkJ-g1ps_xwMbKt2Mp918i7kEQGrG3U3JnXw9NU-ghLWHiGsLrMo_nsMVIS1JzTDaRhhp1mqPwKb_7RXRPLBvsk3_Bm67xOQjaWcLwVGMgA=s0-d)
![MechaniCard Dragonfly](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/blogger_img_proxy/AEn0k_u8uYnZoRlnyo_RlOhwa29VR9RhFKbrG7eX5eJnlzY3tDjP-HgiUxAZFXziZRSEGh6tuZLpubvyneRlKQToI3depBdTysB8cU93duUvFR439Y__4zo9ffxZj_T-dQ-dzQ=s0-d)
Brad's constructed models require little assembly, but for the diy enthusiast, each model is also available as a kit. You can see several of his sculptures in action...
Brad says he's always been fascinated by wheels, screws, and the relationships of moving parts... definitely evident in his well-engineered designs.
Brad's constructed models require little assembly, but for the diy enthusiast, each model is also available as a kit. You can see several of his sculptures in action...
If I had to pick a favorite, it's The Ambigulator (1:30 mark). With Valentine's Day still fresh in my mind, I'm thinking it would be a unique way to propose. :) By the way, Brad is also an avid musician and that's him providing the background music - quite a creative guy!
It is such and unique idea ,these mechanicards.The mandala is so intricate and beautiful. I love the dragonfly too.
ReplyDeleteThese are amazing!!! The engineer in me is so excited to see these. My dad loves engines (and my cards), so I think I need to be making one of these.
ReplyDeleteI knew of Litwin's work but had not seen these particular constructions. Really wonderful!
ReplyDeleteStunning!!!!
ReplyDeleteVery good Brad and so original !
all the best and Thank you Ann for sharing such beauties!!
aureliaeugenia
Ann,
ReplyDeleteThank you for the introduction to this artist, his work is incredible.
I like them much better with the hand cranks, then I do when he hooks them to a motor.
I would not attempt to try and put together one of his kits, it would be so mind boggling.
These are amazing! The dragonfly one is especially artsy - love the wings. I'm off to check if they're for sale!
ReplyDeleteYuenie.
These are incredible! Thanks for telling us about his work.
ReplyDeleteI just thought I'd let you know that I gave you a little mention on my own blog:
http://lisa-handmadeinisrael.blogspot.com