Making a mechanical whale - Wooden Migaloo
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 1 มิ.ย. 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
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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 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...
I love this art wood so much!
That's incredible! I love how the movement of the whale resembles stop motion animation in real time! Absolutely beautiful automaton.
Thanks a lot
😢😅😅
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
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.
Imagine having the patience that this must've taken to create something so damn beautiful.
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 TH-cam 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
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 :)
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 :)
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!!
Absolutely breathtaking and inspiring, thank you for sharing 🥰
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
That is sick! Well done !! Beautiful
This just made my day! Your ingenuity and craftsmanship is absolutely remarkable!
Oh, this was the best 25 minutes I've spent on TH-cam 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 :)
Creativity accuracy and precision
Oh WOW!!! Is..... The Wind Fish! from The Legend Of Zelda (Link's Awakening)!!!! Beautiful work ;D
Impressive.
Looked better than I expected, and I could easily imagine that you'll make even better ones in the future.
This is an absolutely stunning piece. It’s inspiring. Beautifully done video too.
so beautifull and smooth , you done that so well .....looks amazing ......i would love to put that in my garden wind whirling project
I remembered coldplay song daddy when i watched you work. The motion is real and your work is awesome. Ton travail est parfait
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.
Thanks for the great video! The little temporary wire-spring-clips to find the link lengths: Genius.
Happy you enjoyed it :)
Joe Pie sent me. Hasn't been wrong yet, looking forward to enjoying your channel.
Thanks and welcome
Man is highly skilled and experienced
Video is 100 Times better than video of cooking non veg meat
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
What a beautiful thing you have made. Thanks for making the video, it's truly amazing.
I adore woodwork like this, reminds me of my uncle, Bjorn. He always made things like this, he used to make me cute little totems and little wooden charms. I remember one day, he came to me with a totem of a rabbit, my favorite animal, on my 16th birthday. I remember he said, "for you, little rabbit. You may be growing, but you will always be my little bun." I remember how he used to cook and sing, he still does but ever since he lost his leg, he's been a bit slow, but that doesn't change his sweet, thoughtful, and cheerful demeanor! Lots of good memories with him.
Thanks for sharing these memories :)
@@SylGAUTIER of course, any time.
Que trabajo y obra de arte tan espectacular!!!
Wonder!!!🍀🍀🍀
You are the kind of smart people Wright books about....absolutely 1000% over the moon smart. WOW .
Not sure that would be interesting but thanks :)
Joe pie sent me. Liked and subscribed. There needs to be more of this kind of useful content on TH-cam!
Cheers
Great to see a full making of video, really interesting to watch! Keep up the great work :)
I will ! Thank you
Amazing work you are a great man 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼💕
A total joy to be able to share in your journey 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
Mr. Gautier, this is beautiful, I am jealous of you.
Thank you
Magnífico!
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
Merveilleux mouvements souples de la baleine..❤ imaginaire Jules Vernien...so great merci 😊
That is just awesome!
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 :)
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.
I am using a translator because I am Korean. I'm impressed with your spirit.👋
Thanks a lot
WOW !!! thanks for sharing,,, FIVE STARS :) .... when ART and CRAFT meet
Thank you! Cheers!
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
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 TH-cam and send me the link if you want
I loved every second of this. People using their God given talents with a simple faith in success is an inspiring thing to behold.
This should have 1M likes. Mesmerizing.
Thanks. You can always create one million accounts if you want
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 :)
I try to accomplish a lot of what I see woodworkers do on TH-cam. Not this time. I’ll never try because that way I can still believe in magic. Simply astonishing.
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?
That is the most incredible toy I have ever seen! What amazing talent!
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 TH-cam.
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 :)
Высший пилотаж!❤
The way it moves looks like a stop motion animation.
That is absoluetly brilliant, who said art cannot move.
I don't know, who said that ?
What a wonderful work of art!
It is not only a magnificent project of craftsmanship and creativity, it is also a demonstration of dedication to details, perfection of work and patience in its preparation.
My heartfelt applause and gratitude for sharing it.
A hug.
Thank you very much, I really appreciate your comment.
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 :)
You are crazy my friend, are you out of your mind?
I am not easly impressed but this, this is beyond this world, it is pure madness, your patience, dedication, the finishing touch. You are a true artist, well done.
Can't I be both ? :D
Thanks a lot.
Beautiful work! Master class!
Thank you:)
Saludos desde Urugiay que hermosa manualidad👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼
Who would not be in love with woodcarving? The sound, the smell, the feel of sharp steel on soft clear wood.
I agree 1000%
Precious cinematic sculpture with math. Into memory!))
YES!!!❤IT!!!👌👍🤝Thank you for sharing the whole process. Awesome 3D animation but "analog" technology, Brilliant!
One of the best videos I've ever seen. Wow!
Thank you
The whale is so beautiful, and his move is elegant
Cheers :)
Never in my life i have seen like this... Thanks...a subscription just for this wonderful art...
Cheers
I’ve never seen anything so beautiful, such smooth movement
That was one of the coolest things I’ve ever seen. Shared
Thank you :)
Recommended by Joe Pie, don't know what this has to do with clocking screw threads?
Awesome craftsmanship and execution of mechanical sculpture design.
A modern day Geppetto! Wonderful!
This is why I love TH-cam. Where else would you get programme’s like this. A true craftsman
Amazing work! I’m so glad I’m not the only one who wipes excess glue on their bench!🤙🏽
Shush don't tell anyone
Simply fantastic. Who else saw the ant crawling over it in the final scene?? 💚💚💚✌️🥳 Amazing idea, and really well executed, just like a lot of French monarchs. 💎🤣😂🤣😂
That was a good one :D
Exquisite result!
C'est envoûtant !
Nous avons regardé cette magnifique vidéo en famille et c'était un moment suspendu...merci de partager votre travail ainsi! Bravo !
Merci, je suis ravi d'avoir été un moment familial :)
Really cool!
Ces pierres sur les murs, ces sons de cloches… Ca me rappelle l’atelier de mon grand père dans la vieille maison… J’en sens encore l’odeur. Merci pour cette madeleine de Proust !
Avec plaisir :)
Mad that he doesn't have a million subs yet when he deserves it better than those other Yteeeeers 🥺
Thank you. You can always help me get a million subscribers by showing this video to every person you cross paths with (try not to end in jail though)
Wow,, that's so cool! Just amazing! Nice job!
Glad you like it!
Quite beautiful.
Amazing 😮
Woowww, you are Master Crafstman . Your artwork it will cost that you want. Exceptional.👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🥳🎉
Thanks
A master of his art....
C'est absolument magnifique... Et quelle maîtrise..... Bravo
Merci beaucoup
Its Beautiful how it moves .
I have NEVER seen such art! Thank you for sharing this.
Beautiful
Excellent...love it!
Absolument stupéfiant. Quel travail admirable.
Merci
This is one of my absolute favorites. It’s amazing
Thank you :)
Amazing to watch and thank you for taking the time!
That was beautiful kinetic sculpture
joe pie sent me here, nice work
Wow! , marvelous ; now to put an electric motor to move that crank. I think it would be a good complement ; we would have a beautiful dynamic ornament.
wow how incredible!!!
.... wow ... awesome work sylvain !!!!
Glad you like it!