A fun little octopus riding a whale. Complete with tiny saddle, this little sculpture was such a joy to create. Size: 12″ x 15” x6” | Medium: acrylic, ink, metal rivets, paper maché, foam clay, felt, found objects. | ©Marijo Swick. This sculpture has found a home. Contact me to discuss commissioning […]
The Whaleship III has launched. Let your imagination set sail and escape the mundane. What adventures await! This sculpture took a while to finally realize, lots of trial and error to get the whale pilots correct, however, I think it turned out great in the end. Sometimes patience is good. Size: approximately 12″ x 12″
As part of the 2020 special group exhibition, I created this ‘mini’ installation’ called “Covid Dinner Party”, a series of masks designed after theatre masks. While obviously not real PPE, each unique mask speaks to the nature of covering up, and the challenges we have been facing in dealing with the virus, taken with a steampunk bent to inject a little humour and style into the situation.
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I was commissioned to create these drawings for the pilot characters for a board game in development called The Airships of Oberon.
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A wonderfully whimsical drawing of a penguin, Scott, with a mechanical arm. He is sure to delight any steampunker and is a beautiful addition to any decor. This is available as an unframed print ready for you to add your own frame to truly make him your own. Digital drawing in photoshop, available as a
A steampunk airship made as usual from a variety of pieces and parts that I come across. Some given to me some purchased, some found, some made. Complete with its own Canada Arm! As well, the propeller turns. A fun sculpture. It was very difficult to capture because of all the reflection, so I did
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A fantastical whaleship with propellor at back and fins. Handmade from papier maché, metal, ink, acrylic. Available as an Art Print. Size: approximately 12″ x 12″ x 6″ | Medium: Papier Maché, Polymer Clay, Ink, Metal, Wire, Acrylic, Wood | ©Marijo Swick.
The Whaleship II is launching. Let your imagination set sail and escape the mundane. What adventures await! This sculpture took a while to finally realize, lots of trial and error to get the whale pilots correct, however, I think it turned out great in the end. Sometimes patience is good. Size: approximately 12″ x 12″
A reimagining of the classic tale, using a grittier steampunk feel to the illustration. Giving Red a much more modern, “I can take care of myself” vibe, she takes matters into own hands, no longer the scared little girl, this “Red” is out for revenge and is visualized as a wolf hunter.
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The Chronos Dimensional Manipuator or Time Machine, complete with a compass and clock. The first of a couple of time machines planned. This one features wooden dials for the year and spinning disc for the date. Set your time, and pull the switch! This time machine has found a new home, but feel free
