Kochu Studio

Interactive study 15 / Extend

Tidal Scissor Stretch Sculpture

Open the frame to separate five pieces of Tidal Oval. The current breaks into bands as the hinges open.

15 / Tidal OvalJoined
Five painting tiles on a linked scissor frame A strip of Tidal Oval on rigid vertical panels. Five crossed links open evenly as the extension increases.
Painting by Iana KochuFive rigid tiles · Brass pivots

The linkage

Pull the ends apart.

Move the extension control to separate the five tiles. Show the linkage to see the bars pivot behind the painting.

Linkage controls

Extension

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Tiles sit edge to edge.