Sneak Previews For Tarnished DayDreams by Doktor A @ Iksentrik (April 1st)
And while I have posted sneaks in my Facebook-album earlier, this is the first time I am posting these sneak-peek previews of Doktor A's custom-work destined for his April 1st launch of his solo show TARNISHED DREAMS @ Iksentrik, in Bath, UK [Event Details blogged]. Showcased here are primarily three of his work, alongside a couple of unmade sneaks (posted above / adding to the previous posted ones). I have been a massive fan of Bruce all this while (ever since my first interview with him in 2006!) and this indeed looks to be a treat beyond treats for custom art toy, as well steampunk-fans, without a shred of a doubt!
WHO: The Steam Locomotive Perambulator
WHAT: One of Stephan LePodd’s adventuring machines. Over the years Stephan has commissioned various vehicles and contraptions to aid his speculative travels around the planet. From flying platforms to burrowing torpedoes. This slightly egotistical creation is mostly used around the city on high days and holidays.
Customised Mechtorian toys by Mindstyle.
HOW: Vinyl, Lead, ABS, Paper, Brass, Copper, Rubber, Steel, Wood’ Bamboo, Found Objects.
WHO: Denton Snark
WHAT: Head of museum security, Denton was initially hired for his fearsome visage. A soft-spoken and genteel character in reality, his frightening dental work has proven a useful visual deterrent to would be trouble makers. Though he is proud of his office he is still a little self conscious of his appearance.
Customised “Benny” toy designed by Kathie Olivas.
HOW: Vinyl, Lead, Acrylic, Copper, Rubber, Steel, Polymer Clay, Found Objects.
WHAT: Poor Amnesia has no short term memory. She simple cannot afford it. Unfortunately she does not remember this fact. This sadly leads to terrible bouts of paranoia. She is convinced that someone else is living in her house with her, though she has never actually seen them. Things change position without her recalling moving them. Food is eaten when she is out of the room and her books and letters rearrange themselves on the shelves. She has taken to locking each and every door as she leaves the room in an attempt to hinder the interloper. However keeping track of all the different keys is extremely taxing.
HOW: ABS, Brass, Vinyl, Lead, Paper, Copper, Rubber, Steel, Silver, Found Objects.
