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New commission “Hypertensive” added to portfolio

September 16, 2015
16 Sep 2015

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I’m pleased to have finally finished my latest commission: “Hypertensive“.  It was a long road, but I’m really happy with the results.  Please be sure to view the video below for the full effect.

This piece serves to diffuse tension and anxiety in the user.  When the hand held timer is activated, bad energy flows through the cord and is safely converted into various forms of kinetic energy such as electricity, air pressure, heat, sound, light, rotational force, etc.

Dimensions: 31″ x 21″ x 16″

Materials:

Cooking pot, bell jar, amperage meter, blood pressure gauges, pump, X-ray timer, projector parts, neon sign transformer, phenolic, aluminum, brass.

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