Recycled Parts Robots by Paul Loughridge

More fantastically creative robots, made of more recycled parts. As well as doing some good recycling, I think reusing old parts also adds to the charm of pieces like this.

Officially known as Lockwasher Design, artist Paul Loughridge uses simple metal working tools to shape what most people would consider junk into one-of-a-kind assemblage sculptures.

He frequents flea markets and garage sales in search of “treasures” such as door knobs, old car parts, coffee urns, vintage typewriters, vegetable graters, ice buckets, espresso makers, retired electrical appliances etc.

Once everything has been disassembled and cleaned the real fun begins. Paul finds the process of transforming these cold, metal parts into playful art pieces thoroughly enjoyable.

Somewhere during this creative journey each sculpture establishes it’s own unique personality. All of his pieces are carefully assembled using nuts/bolts, pop rivets and threaded rod…no welding.

See more of Paul’s work on Lockwasherdesign.com
Check out Paul’s Flickr stream

Via DesignSponge

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