Making a mechanical whale - Wooden Migaloo
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- čas přidán 3. 06. 2024
- This video shows the making of a mechanical moving whale in wood (also called automaton).
You can see more of my work on my instagram: / syl.gautier
I've named him Wooden Migaloo after the albino humpback whale often seen on the coasts of Australia. Migaloo is an Aboriginal word meaning "white boy".
I made this kinetic sculpture in my workshop in the south of France near Toulouse.
The whale and the waves are made of basswood, the frame is walnut and the base is acacia.
This piece is based on a concept by "The Lost Gypsy".
0:00 - Intro
0:07 - The whale
10:03 - The base
16:09 - The waves
19:00 - Assembly
24:07 - Final reveal
#sculpture #woodcarving #makingof #woodworking #automaton #automata #whale #ocean - Jak na to + styl
It moves with a stop-motion precision. Extraordinary.
I was thinking that very same thing
Agree but shouldn't he be below the waves ??🙂
It's a very special whale :)
I've never seen something so amazing created right before my eyes - fantastic job !!!
Thank you so much :)
You've not had children yet then, ha ha...
That is just beautiful, and your methodology was clearly very meticulous and planned; I would be curious as to how many hours went into it. What I like the most is that you went for a bent wire armature which gives the whale some sideways movement as well as up and down - often you see these and they use a straight "up and down" system with different height "cogs" which doesn't give the same dynamic animation.
Thanks for noticing this, I love the sideway motion as well :)
It takes around 50 hours to make.
The sideways movement makes is all come together.
I'd like to see how you figure things out!
@@nineteenfortyeight6762 Well, generally I start with a drawing, then decide what dimensions I want and..... oh, you mean Sylvain...
50 hours only??
I love this art wood so much!
I admired the piece on Instagram. The process video is wonderful. My favorite part may have been watching you strap the patient down for dissection - surely a stressful moment after your beautiful carving. Well done sir. Thank you for sharing.
Thanks a lot. Yeah it kind of is my favourite part as well and it kind of isn't.... :D
It is very stressful indeed. I thought that after a few times it wouldn't but no...
That's incredible! I love how the movement of the whale resembles stop motion animation in real time! Absolutely beautiful automaton.
Thanks a lot
😢😅😅
This is seriously amazing! I love the extra movement from the spacing of the wire, I’ve never seen anything use the diagonal like that! I especially love that you designed it to show off the mechanism, as much as it is simple looking, it brings a whole new character to it all!
Thanks. Sometimes people say that I should hide the mechanism but I really like showing it.
@@SylGAUTIER it adds to the artwork in my opinion
The contrast between the mechanicals and the organic movement of the whale is very cool.
I'm... I'm in love. With the craftsmanship, yes, but also editing, the way you quiet down the loud machinery, but add wind and rain, and your workplace, it looks so cosy, dude, you're like a ghibli character!
I'm so glad I found you. You deserve the world.
Aw.. you made my day. :)
Thanks a lot
Mesmerizing to watch and mind boggling to think about the skill and talent in making a Wooden Migaloo. I would love to own one of these pieces of art one day.
I was thinking the same thing. I wonder how he learned? More importantly if he teaches. I'd like to know this artisanship is passed onto to someone else.. I guess a CZcams video technically counts as teaching.
@@grover9187 I made a change of career to woodworking 3 years ago and learned a lot about wood with a cabinet maker. As for the automaton I learned everything on my own, trying and failing a lot and a lot of youtube video about everything and anything.
@@SylGAUTIER Beautiful. If you have not already, check out the works of Arthur Ganson.
@@bryanrudelich1319 I will, thanks
Imagine having the patience that this must've taken to create something so damn beautiful.
Very nice intro. It was short and to the point and played in the preview just enough to make me want to click and watch.
Perfect :)
Simply stunning! Thank you for showing us every step, especially the hinge mechanism. To hear the church bells (or street clock) in the background brought me right back to French villages.
You're welcome :)
This is perfect. Poetic even. It was so beautiful to watch a masterpiece come to life.
Thank you I'm very happy you liked it :)
Impressive.
Looked better than I expected, and I could easily imagine that you'll make even better ones in the future.
The engineering of the device, and working out the lovely motion, I’m so deeply impressed by both the creativity and the design. This is just so impressive. My dad is a master woodworker. He’s 88 now, I sent him this video. Ironically, he was also instrumental in passing legislation prohibiting the capture of orcas in Washington State’s coastal waters. That this beautiful video combines two of my father’s passions made watching it a very special experience. Thank you for filming and posting this remarkable project.❤❤❤
With great pleasure. Your father sounds awesome!!
This just made my day! Your ingenuity and craftsmanship is absolutely remarkable!
This is an absolutely stunning piece. It’s inspiring. Beautifully done video too.
Absolutely breathtaking and inspiring, thank you for sharing 🥰
My pleasure
A total joy to be able to share in your journey 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
Absolutely amazing work. Why this channel doesn't have a million subscribers is a mystery. I'll give you a shout out.
Thanks Joe :)
@@SylGAUTIER Do I have your permission to include a link to this video/channel?
Of course, no worries
Could you send me the link of where you'll share please?
@@SylGAUTIER I sent you the link, but the comment didn't appear. Maybe trapped in the hold folder?
Oh, this was the best 25 minutes I've spent on CZcams in years! I really enjoyed watching you work and the final artwork was truly magical! Thank you, so much, for sharing it!
Thank you, I'm glad you like it so much :)
I love how you show all the processes, down to cleaning out the extra wax on the waves. I look forward to exploring more of your channel and Instagram page. Thank you very much for sharing this with us.
My pleasure
For most of my untalented life, I have been saying “In my next life, I want to come back as a carpenter”.
I’d be delighted to be able to do this! I love automatons and mechanical items!
Thank you for sharing your gift!
With great pleasure
I have NEVER seen such art! Thank you for sharing this.
This is so cool! It reminds me of the wooden snake toys I used to have as a kid. I sometimes forget just how much work goes into making toys and wood crafting in general. Great work seriously amazing.
Que trabajo y obra de arte tan espectacular!!!
OMG, I watched this on IG, I loved it, and now I can admire how beautiful the process was, thank u so much, you're a gifted human!!
The fluidity of the movement is amazing!
Really interesting project. Inspired me to try to make one for my grandson. What kind/size/gauge of wires do you use for the mechanism?
Please show it to me when finished. I used 1mm piano wire
@@SylGAUTIER. Finally got it done. Just in time for Christmas. Not sure how to send you the video though. Doesn’t seem to be a way to add a video to this message.
@@jonathangrussing7163 you can add it to your CZcams and send me the link if you want
What a beautiful thing you have made. Thanks for making the video, it's truly amazing.
Your art makes you immortal.
I’ve never seen anything so beautiful, such smooth movement
Amazing work you are a great man 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼💕
Thanks for the great video! The little temporary wire-spring-clips to find the link lengths: Genius.
Happy you enjoyed it :)
That is sick! Well done !! Beautiful
Admirável seu trabalho. Parabéns.
Great to see a full making of video, really interesting to watch! Keep up the great work :)
I will ! Thank you
I’ve never seen something so beautiful made with such detail and affection. You are absolutely amazing at your talent and craft. I am totally 💯 in awe. Incredible work. I hope someday you create an entire collection of under the sea 🌊 creatures. You are very very gifted.
Thank you I'm very happy you like it.
You sir, have the best "making action" taken as a whole. There were so many opportunities here to go off track and end up with way more work than what is needed. You have the ability to use minimal and precise actions in choice of materials, tools, design decisions, auxiliary tool making. Even small things like making and holding jigs a certain way to not need using force. The way angles are cut aligned and glued with off-handed ease. I see a lot of makers on CZcams and no one else is close to this kind of overall process perfection.
Oh wow thanks a lot. I really appreciate it. I do indeed love to be precise. Even too much sometimes with projects that don't really need it :)
That is just awesome!
Magnífico!
I saw this on IG and I'm so pleased I found your video on here, the work you put in is amazing and the results are just as astounding I'm blown away and would love to try something like this myself but maybe somewhat simpler to start :)
Thanks :) Let me know if you try to make one
Truly a work of art. Thank you for posting.
Amazing to watch and thank you for taking the time!
absolument magnifique, vous êtes un véritable artiste, j'ai hâte de voir d'autre vidéos de vos créations ^^
Merci. Moi aussi j'ai hâte de les voir :D
Absolutely beautiful piece of art. Thanks for sharing your talent and great video. Will be following you now and I can't wait for another awesome project of yours.
Thanks, I can't wait as well :)
Beautiful work! Master class!
Thank you:)
Speechless.....
the most beautiful wooden structure I have ever seen!
Thank you so much for sharing your talent . I’ve seen this on Pinterest never did I think I would see how it was made .
Hope to see more of your skills 👍😇
I'm very glad you liked it :)
Wonder!!!🍀🍀🍀
This is why I love CZcams. Where else would you get programme’s like this. A true craftsman
Absolutely stunning! I found myself holding my breath as you carved the intricate parts. Thank you for sharing your incredible gift with us. 💗
Are you still alive ?
Creativity accuracy and precision
Wow. The detail is unbelievable. Three things I liked the best is the total project, no annoying music and the sound of the tools. Beautiful
Glad you like it!
Stunningly beautiful work! Thank you for sharing it with us.
Absolutely BEAUTIFUL!!! Stellar work!! 😀👍
Как реалистично и как здорово! У вас золотые руки!😊
Stumbled upon this. Simply beautiful! Magnifique!
Thank you very much!
Exquisite result!
Es simplemente increíble , cuánto detalle y amor en su trabajo ,felicidades🎈.
Absolutely stunning! Bravo Maestro
Parabéns pela linda arte !!!!!
Absolutely BRILLIANT ...
Quite beautiful.
Hermosísimo trabajo!! Un artesano artista, genio !!!!
OMG. It moves like it's out of a dream. This is wonderful.
Amazing carving and action. Stunning!
Belíssimo o seu trabalho. Parabéns!!
I didn't think I was going to watch the whole video. I just came to see the end result, but it was such a beautiful process to watch. Thanks for sharing this.
Glad you enjoyed it :)
Outstanding in every way! Thank you.
Truly an extraordinary handiwork....!!! 👍👍👍👍👍
Beautiful piece of work..
Bonjour, je suis tombé sur cette vidéo un peu par hasard, et cela a été une des plus belles expériences que j'ai faite sur CZcams.
Un outillage sans prétention, la simplicité Du mécanisme, la présentation de cette sculpture, et surtout la poésie de cette baleine en mouvement...chapeau bas!
Merci beaucoup :)
Amazing 😮
An absolutely stunningly crafted piece. Wonderful to watch so skilled and so beautiful !!
Superb! Absolutely "Surpurb workmanship "!!!!!
Who would not be in love with woodcarving? The sound, the smell, the feel of sharp steel on soft clear wood.
I agree 1000%
Absolutely stunning!
Su trabajo es absolutamente maravilloso, me quedé enamorada de esta ballena, de verdad.
Jamás he conocido obras tan bellas.
Magnífico, que arte, como pode .. ... ....
Excellent...love it!
Truly exquisite. Incredible work
This is one of the best things I've seen on CZcams in a really long time. Thank you for sharing your talents.
With pleasure
Amazing craftsmanship
Very nicely done! I love watching you work.
Beautiful work. All respect
Delicate details, love it. Thank you shared it!
Beautiful
Brilliantly done. The Whale, the filming, everything 👌👌👌love it
so beautifull and smooth , you done that so well .....looks amazing ......i would love to put that in my garden wind whirling project
A piece of art. Thx 4 sharing.
Creativo y elaborado, mezclado un trabajo hermoso. Felicidades!
This is extraordinarily precious, tysm for sharing ✨
Simply amazing! That is awesome.
Thanks for sharing.
Συγχαρητήρια!!! Ενα αληθινά διαδραστικό έργο τέχνης!!!
This is amazing, thank you for sharing your process
A modern day Geppetto! Wonderful!
Incredibly beautiful.
Amazing. It looks like a real time stop motion ! Mesmerising !
Mesmerizing! Serious talent!