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Watch a famous Calder mobile in action on Google Video!
The Alexander Calder Mobile - East Wing of the National Gallery of Art 720p
Rupert Chappelle - 5 min 56 sec - Feb 20, 2006
Alexander Calder's Hanging Mobile is the center piece of the East Wing Building of the National Gallery of Art.
A test of the Chappelle Camera Stabilizer with music by Rupert Chappelle.


Here are a few things you may be interested in...!

 

Like a clock maker gone mad, David Roy is creating some unbelievably beautiful and unique kinetics that utilize elaborate spring-driven mechanisms to create endlessly changing patterns in his beautifully crafted wood sculptures. You really should check out his web page at:
http://www.woodthatworks.com/

Jennifer Mitchell produces unique stained-glass mobiles using slab or sheet glass. Her handcrafted mobiles come in a variety of sizes and are designed for balance, sparkle and beauty.
http://glassmobiles.com/

Do you need a spurtle or a dibber? How about a "bits'n'bobs" bowl, or a beautiful handmade Weedpot? Visit the Seafoam Woodturning Studio and check out the beautiful work by Derek Andrews. If you are planning a wedding, be sure to take a look at his personalized bottle stoppers.

Rose Rushbrooke, artist and quilt maker, is a genius at making fractal art quilts.  You really have to check our her web site!  She also sells quilting and sewing supplies.
Fractal Art Quilts

Are you looking for an unusual home accent to fill an empty corner, or an unusual gift for a special person? Or a special gift to give yourself--just because you deserve it?  Check out Bobbi Chukran's web site Wildest Dreams Designs  - Original centerpieces for home decor, holidays and gifts.

Can Cleveland be MOD? You bet! Check out this informative and interesting site to find lists of all that's noteworthy, mid-century modern, historic, retro, independent, worthwhile, and otherwise interesting in the Cleveland area at moderncleveland

I have always been amazed by Alexander Calder's portraits that were completely rendered in brilliant lines of bent and twisted wire. Some fantastic work is being done by modern day artists as well, so if you are interested in Wire Sculpture or Wirework Crafts, I suggest that you check out these sites:
Wire Magic - Gallery and also Wired 4 Art

It's all about balance!.... one of my favorite pastimes is Unicycling.  Here is the main web page to get yourself connected to the e-world of one wheel travel:
http://www.unicycling.org/

I also love to practice Origami, the ancient art of paperfolding.  Here is a terrific origami web site to visit:
http://www.origami.vancouver.bc.ca/

Pardon My Chardon - a photo blog and place to share images (past and present) of Chardon, Ohio. Your submissions are welcome!
http://www.pardonmychardon.com/ 

Be sure to also check out these fine links!

decoratingstudio.com

digital consciousness logoGOMOD.COM - bringing modern design home  

OTHER LINKS

www.kugelbahn.ch  This website is devoted to the subject of Rolling Ball Sculptures, curious machines, mechanical sculptures, automata and other 'moving' art, generally known as kinetic art.
Hanging Mobile Gallery Hanging Mobile Gallery offers hanging kinetic art and sculpture for all styles and price ranges. From abstract to contemporary, to child and animal these mobiles bring life and joy into any environment.
www.HarryMcDaniel.com  Harry McDaniel is a sculptor living in Asheville North Carolina who creates beautiful mobiles, wall sculptures, and free-standing sculptures. I particularly love his "Ginkgo" mobile. When you visit, be sure to check out Harry's autobiographical information on his "About Harry" page. He's a very interesting and talented guy!
Wire Tree Sculpture by Sal Villano  Unique wire sculpture of Bonsai & many other types of trees. Plus, "How to create wire tree sculpture" book.
Sacred Journey Vessels  High quality custom hand painted metal cremation urns and pet urns.
Contemporary Cloth  Contemporary fabrics for interior design, wearables, quilting...any of your home sewing adventures. We carry Australian Aboriginal Designs, Jane Dunnewold's Art Cloth, Els van Baarle's batiks, Sonja Tugend's Triple Hand-Dyed fabrics, Laura Foster Nicholson's Art Ribbon, Rose Corrick Erbach's Art Cloth, Shira Joy's Marbled Silks, Marimekko remnants and Jason Pollen's Mats.
Modern Wall Art  Modern Wall Art specializes in contemporary designs for residential and office use. Textile wall hangings: retro, midcentury, atomic, geometric, abstract, barkcloth. New/vintage fabrics, original art.
Tara Hutton Gallery  Original artwork recently painted to capture the glamour and essence of the Art Deco Era.
Commission a portrait or landscape painting - The BIG Art Company uses your photos and your ideas to create beautiful hand painted pictures that you will treasure.
Apartment Therapy  "Apartment Therapy was founded...because New York is a town of needy apartments...because New Yorkers are busy...because we want to change the world, one apartment at a time."  (A terrific resource for apartment dwellers, even if you don't live in NYC)
S'mOdd Knobs  - As odd as knobs can be. Fun and unusual hand painted children's knobs.
Joseph Eichler Homes  - Mid-century modern Joseph Eichler homes of California, including San Francisco and Marin County.
Wind Chimes - WindChime.com is the premier retailer of wind chimes in the world. You'll find the widest selection of wind chimes at the lowest prices!
Tornado Scapes - Tornado Scapes - Imaginative tornado art by Shawn Selders. Take a look!
Retro Furniture - Offers 1950s and 1960s diner-style retro furniture & decor for bars, dining rooms and more. For home or commercial use. Secure online ordering.


These are some of my favorite Alexander Calder items on Amazon!


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