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Automaton. Automata. What is it?

Automata (or sometimes 'automatons') is the plural form of automaton. Contemporary automata are a type of kinetic sculputure. The finished product is a hand-cranked device that employs a mechanism to animate a scene. They are the sophisticated cousins of mechanical toys and whirligigs, and the precursor to robots.

Original Contemporary Automata

Who is Dug North? I design and make original automata using wood, brass, and various other materials. I also write about how to make automata and provide various consulting services for automata-related enterprises.

Considering an investment in art? An automaton is a good choice:

  1. There are a limited number of professional automata-makers
  2. They are difficult to make -- requiring woodworking, carving, mechanics, and many hours
  3. There is a small, dedicated group of collectors
  4. An automaton is interactive, ingenious, and captivating

Contact Dug North with any questions or comments, or to discuss any automata-related opportunities.

What's New?

1 - BIG NEWS: I am featured in a short documentary on the history of automata that is on the Blu-ray release of the movie Hugo! The featurette is titled The Mechanical Man at the Heart of Hugo. Here is one of the clips in which I am featured.

2 - The next installment of my quartery column for the Cabaret Mechanical Theatre Blog titled Dug's Automata Tips, Techniques and Tricks will be available soon.

3 - Keep your eyes on the magazine stands this summer; you will be able to find instructions on how to make your own wood automaton! Details to come.

4 - One of my works-in-progress has been captured on video. Here it is:

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