I found some metal sculpture I really like by Igo Rigo on Etsy. He describes it as ‘steampunk,’ and though I’ve heard the term over at least a couple of years, it didn’t really have much meaning for me.
Steampunk is – “a style of design and fashion that combines historical elements with anachronistic technological features inspired by science fiction.”
“Steam is a central element of steampunk. The technology featured in this universe is generally just as advanced as that of our modern world, but it uses steam as its energy source instead of electricity, gas or oil. As a result, steampunk technology takes on a retro look reminiscent of the Industrial Revolution era.”
These wonderful critters were created by the team of “M and M” (Marty Cohen and Margie Ruegger) who use their imagination, sense of humor, creativity, welding skills, and scrap metal to bring smiles.
James Natoli from BossJunkArt on Etsy is a man after my husband’s and my hearts – creating critters who make you smile from tools, random parts, other found objects. I love these sweet critters.
I am completely ignorant about this. When I looked up ‘Displate’ on Etsy after finding this on Pinterest, the page said they were taking a break. I don’t know if this is done with paper, or is done with metal, mosaics, or what, but I LOVE the texture, the layers, and, of course, the vibrant colors in this one. I want to TOUCH it, being careful not to drool…