These sculptures are inspired by topology (the study of shapes and space) and the sublime. I am also inspired by my friend and sometime collaborator, Alicia McCarthy (whom I gave 2 of these to collaborate on) as well as Richard Tuttle, Mark Di Suvero, Russian Constructivism and Futurism. They are all made from very special wood I have collected for many many years. Wood from redwood forests, pipe organs and even construction jobs. This material is quite important to me. I am interested in deforming, stretching and bending space manifolds. Can a machine be ambiant/zen? VIDEO VIDEO https://kaltek.wordpress.com/privatepublic-sculptures/

Four small Interactive Prayer Wheels/Intention Machines. https://vimeo.com/127787791 https://kaltek.wordpress.com/intention-machinespraying-robots/

An installation with 7 life-size robots, video, photographs, drawings and sensors. The robots react from sensory experience and input gathered from audience volunteers interacting with the robots. The robots do not use a computer brain. Bio-morphic sensors read human output signals, heartbeat, touch and breath. Each robot will respond uniquely to each audience members input signals. They will demonstrate to us a new way to instill consciousness. I am interested in the tension between spirituality, art and technology and the powerful possibilities of combining art and mysticism with the rigors of science and technology. VIDEO