Aug 28 2011

“Pixie’s Blade”: A Steampunk Commission

After a few months of procrastination, the steampunk “Pixie’s Blade” commision has been completed and delivered in time for DragonCon 2011.

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Apr 29 2011

MidSouthCon and Beyond!

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For a second year, I was invited to MidSouthCon in Memphis, TN (www.midsouthcon.org.)  I had a marvelous time presenting and being part of panels on electronics, costuming, and puppetry.  Of course I brought back my radio-controlled airship, this time with a stylish green balloon.

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I’ve also been invited to the Memphis Comic and Fantasy Convention this October (www.memphiscfc.com.) I plan on presenting educational panels there as well, continuing with my theme of incorporating science and technology into costuming.

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I’ve been quite busy over the last few months and am proud to say that soon updates will be coming from my new workshop, Kilgore Laboratories: Greenbrier Station! It will be the largest shop I’ve had so far and hopefully will lend itself to many exciting new projects. Thanks for your continued support and interest.

 

 

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Aug 27 2010

Dr. Catgari and the Duck Of Doom

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Aug 27 2010

Ghoulson

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Ghoulson is a scarecrow built for the Huntsville Ghost Walk to compete in the Huntsville Botanical Garden’s “Scarecrow Trail.” His eyelids blink by the way of a Pololu Micro Maestro servo controller paired with a high torque servo motor.  His eyes also glow a ghastly blue when not in direct sunlight.

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Jul 31 2010

K-II Modification

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Commission!  Well, sort of.

Modification of K-II EMF meter to include SPST toggle switch for ease of use.

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Mar 14 2010

Airship unveiled at MidSouthCon 2010

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This year I was invited to MidSouthCon 28 as a panelist for their Science & Technology track.  I took the opportunity to unveil one of my latest secret projects.  My  radio controlled airship appeared to win the hearts of young and old alike, as it buzzed around the ceilings of the convention.  After obtaining flight clearance from convention security,  my only obstacles were air conditioning vents and the occasional tall con-goer.  I’ll update soon with more detailed pictures and technical information on my design.

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Mar 11 2010

Teashop Album

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This is a photo album I made as  a gift for my girlfriend Leslie’s birthday. Materials are fiberboard, wood, muslin, paint, and binding hardware that I copper plated in a CuSO4 solution. Clear pages hold 8 1/2″ x  11″ parchment paper for easy reorganization and printing.

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Feb 23 2010

Necro Neko II (Eye Mechanism Video)

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Jan 17 2010

Necro Neko II

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Gentlemen, we have the technology.

We’ll make him better, stronger, faster.

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Dec 29 2009

Dusky

I made Dusky the fruit bat as a Christmas present for my girlfriend Leslie.  Though technically not a puppet, I still wanted to include him as I infrequently make stuffed animals. Dusky’s wingspan is just over four feet, and his construction is brown & black synthetic fur, fiberfill & lavender eyes.

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