Robots will be invading the Mission Arts Centre again as artist Lynne Taylor Fahnestalk presents A Rivet of Robots: Second Gear at the Rock Family Gallery (33529 First Ave.)
The show runs Aug. 21 to Sept. 8 and features Fahnestalk’s unique sculptures made from upcycled metal objects.
An opening reception is scheduled for Aug. 25 from 1-4 p.m. There will also be a “Build a Bot” demonstration from 2-3:30 p.m.
The gallery is open to the public from noon to 4 p.m. Tuesdays to Sundays.
This is the second showing of Fahnestalk’s work as the original A Rivet of Robots exhibit was in Mission in November of 2016.
Artist Statement:
About five years ago I started making robot sculptures from upcycled metal objects in order to create a science fiction Christmas wreath.
The robots were so much fun to make that I never did finish the wreath and my artwork took an entirely new direction.
Before making Bots I spent many years as an illustrator and professional cartoonist. Some have called my Bots 3-D cartoons and I like that comparison.
Each Bot is unique and each is securely constructed using drilling and screws – I do not use glue or solder or welding. I especially enjoy the ‘treasure hunt’ search for parts to create my Bots— garage sales and flea markets are my friends.
The question I am asked most often about my Bots is, “Do they move?” And my answer is, “Not when I’ve been looking.”
