In this workshop, we’re going to play with this idea physically by building kinetic sculptures. We’ll skip kits and "perfect" patterns. Instead, we’ll coddiwomple while we forage treasures from Maine’s gardens, beaches, woods and treasure piles—salt, sand, rust and sun-cured wood, organically modeled shells, or some aerodynamic feathers—and fashion them into moving symphonies.

What we’ll do together:

• Master the "Maker" Hacks: I’ll share the clever shortcuts that make all the difference—like using a power drill to instantly straighten out kinked wire or creating infinitely adjustable balance points so your sculpture can evolve as you build.
• The Physics of "Not Going Crazy": Balancing a complex mobile can feel like a puzzle. I’ll show you my step-by-step method to balance every single component individually, making final assembly and adjustment a joy rather than frustration.
• Get Comfortable with the Tools: We’ll use wire cutters and needle-nose pliers to bend and loop wire. You’ll get hands-on with drills and saws to prep your found objects, and use hot glue guns or simple fasteners to pull it all together.
• Embrace the "Happy Accident": Sculpture is a great way to practice letting go. We’ll lean into the unplanned moments and see where the materials want to go, rather than forcing a specific result.

A Supportive Studio Environment: No prior experience with hand or power tools is required! Whether you are a seasoned builder or picking up a drill for the first time, you will receive personalized guidance. Our studio is a space of safety, curiosity, and possibility.