Automata & Kinetic Sculpture Masterclass: Live Zoom Workshop

Automata & Kinetic Sculpture Masterclass: Live Zoom Workshop

Unleash Your Creativity with Moving Art

Discover the captivating world of automata, mechanical toys, and kinetic sculpture in this comprehensive online masterclass. Perfect for beginners and advanced makers, these eight live Zoom sessions guide you step by step as you design, build, and animate your own mechanical artwork using wood, wire, metal, or found objects.
After your booking, your tutor will email you to arrange a convenient schedule and discuss your project ideas.
This workshop consists of eight one-hour live Zoom sessions.

What You Will Learn

– Explore core mechanisms such as cams, linkages, pulleys, and cranks
– Learn silver soldering and basic metalworking to create custom components
– Add movement with motors, relays, or simple Arduino coding
– Integrate storytelling and visual design into kinetic sculptures
– Build and test prototypes, then refine your final piece for smooth operation

By the end of the course, you’ll have a fully functioning automaton or kinetic sculpture and the skills to keep developing your mechanical art.

What’s Included

– 8 live Zoom sessions with expert tuition
– Step-by-step demonstrations and ongoing interactive guidance
– A preparation guide with recommended tools, materials, and electronic parts
– Creative project ideas and inspiration from classic and contemporary kinetic artists

Duration and Cancellation Policy

The course time is flexible and will be agreed upon after booking. The tutor will email you available time slots and help you set a schedule that fits your life.
You can cancel your booking up to 24 hours before the agreed start date for a full refund.

Meet Your Instructor

Your workshop will be led by Tomasz Kowalski, an experienced designer and maker with many years of practice in creating handcrafted toys and playful creative projects. He focuses on approachable, step-by-step techniques that help learners understand materials, simple mechanisms, and the joy of making objects that move or tell a story. Tomasz’s patient and practical teaching style ensures that students of all levels feel supported, inspired, and confident throughout the workshop.

Perfect For

– Beginners curious about automata, kinetic sculpture, or mechanical toys
– DIY makers ready for a creative, multi-session challenge
– Artists wanting to add movement and interactivity to their work
– Gift-makers interested in designing unique kinetic art pieces

Join Us Online

Make and Master connects creative learners with talented tutors through inspiring live Zoom workshops. This eight-session automata and kinetic sculpture masterclass gives you the time, skills, and personal guidance to design a sophisticated moving artwork from start to finish. Book your spot today and bring your mechanical art to life.