Reuben Margolin
Kinetic Sculptor | Exploring Art, Nature & Technology
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Reuben Margolin is a renowned kinetic sculptor who creates mesmerizing large-scale sculptures that bridge art, nature, and technology. His work has been exhibited at the Smithsonian, Cooper Hewitt, and Exploratorium.
Margolin's captivating sculptures mimic natural phenomena like ocean waves and bird flocks, using complex mechanical systems to bring them to life. In his talks, he shares the engineering, design, and creative process behind his innovative kinetic artworks, inspiring audiences to see the world through a new lens.
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Sculpting waves in wood and time
Reuben Margolin is a kinetic sculptor, crafting beautiful pieces that move in the pattern of raindrops falling and waves combining. Take nine minutes and be mesmerized by his meditative art -- inspired in equal parts by math and nature.
| Event | Year | Location |
|---|---|---|
| TED 2012 | 2012 | 🇺🇸Long Beach, United States |
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