Edgar, 2024
Edgar, 2024
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Edgar, 2024
A group of ravens is called an 'unkindness,' as in 'an unkindness of ravens.' Based on the long-held superstitions surrounding ravens, I couldn't think of a fitting title that didn't seem melancholic. So, I took the advice of a fellow artist (@sarah_stork_) suggesting the name 'Edgar' as it is already so synonymous with ravens. I emphasized the heart of this creature using an old Silver Mica Capacitor, and a small red led light bezel from more modern camera. Many of the long, metal, 'feathers' in the wings and tail were from a vintage adding machine or check-writer. They had plastic or bakelite numeric keys (which I've removed & saved) press-fit on one end and would then attach to additional levers inside the machine. The ribs are bent, stainless steel loom latches; I cut the latch ends off, annealed the metal and bent into shape. The beak is assembled from several black plastic pieces from several new cameras I deconstructed. The rest of 'bones' is a mixture of camera parts, electronics, vintage machine and camera parts.
Found objects (vintage camera and electro-mechanical parts), pressure-cast urethane resin, custom brackets, custom designed frame (mdf, aluminum, acrylic, stainless and nylon hardware).
Framed: 15 x 3.25 in (38.1 x 8.26 cm)
Cast: 9.75 x 1.1 in (24.77 x 2.79 cm)
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A group of ravens is called an 'unkindness,' as in 'an unkindness of ravens.' Based on the long-held superstitions surrounding ravens, I couldn't think of a fitting title that didn't seem melancholic. So, I took the advice of a fellow artist (@sarah_stork_) suggesting the name 'Edgar' as it is already so synonymous with ravens. I emphasized the heart of this creature using an old Silver Mica Capacitor, and a small red led light bezel from more modern camera. Many of the long, metal, 'feathers' in the wings and tail were from a vintage adding machine or check-writer. They had plastic or bakelite numeric keys (which I've removed & saved) press-fit on one end and would then attach to additional levers inside the machine. The ribs are bent, stainless steel loom latches; I cut the latch ends off, annealed the metal and bent into shape. The beak is assembled from several black plastic pieces from several new cameras I deconstructed. The rest of 'bones' is a mixture of camera parts, electronics, vintage machine and camera parts.
Found objects (vintage camera and electro-mechanical parts), pressure-cast urethane resin, custom brackets, custom designed frame (mdf, aluminum, acrylic, stainless and nylon hardware).
Framed: 15 x 3.25 in (38.1 x 8.26 cm)
Cast: 9.75 x 1.1 in (24.77 x 2.79 cm)
- The round frame consists of several layers of MDF topped with acrylic and aluminum trim. The white MDF panel has a slight circular or radial texture in white stain. I designed the frame and provide file to a manufacturer that laser/router cuts the pieces. Lex counter-sinks, sands, seals, stains, and assembles each frame.
- The three custom brackets were designed by Lex, cut by the same third party, then finished and assembled by Lex.
- Embossed signature label on bottom of cast.
- Certificate of Authenticity included.
- There may be slight surface imperfections on all casts including small surface bubbles or curved edges. Anything overtly noticeable will be noted above.
- The cast creature is susceptible to fingerprints, clean with a small amount of window cleaner and a soft cloth.
- Keep out of direct sunlight or high-emitting UV lights.
- Avoid extreme temperatures and rapid temperature variations.
- All images, concepts, artwork and content © Lex Talkington. All Rights Reserved.
