For the past two decades I've created "Mechanical Confections", one of a kind automata and kinetic sculpture incorporating found objects, metal and electro-mechanical components. My work has been featured in The Sunday New York Times, Metropolis Magazine, LA. Style and The Boston Globe and exhibited Internationally. This site features work for sale and information on upcoming shows and installations. For information on purchasing or showing specific work feel free to drop me a line.
Click on the thumbnails above to see small windup and tabletop confections, pieces for the wall and electro - mechanical installation and commissioned work.
My first animated film was produced when I was 12 using a Bell and Howell 8mm camera and drawing on recycled computer paper. Since then I've been passionate about creating animation and have progressed through a variety of narrative and experimental forms.
In my most recent work I draw and paint images directly on film stock, a technique, known as Direct Animation. These experimental films explore relationships between surface , representation and rhythm.
Along with kinetic sculpture and experimental animated films I teach design and animation at Massachusetts College of Art and Design and create commercial animation and interactive design work. These projects are showcased on the Pixeltoon Website.
I'm proud to announce the release of a new video " The Two Sides of Gina Kamentsky". presenting a selection of award winning animated films and kinetic sculpture on one easy to use DVD. Includes festival favorites " A Little Pet Story", "Einstein's Riddle", "You Got Pancake!" a mini documentary on zany kinetic sculpture installation "Punch and Judy", videos from the Fuller Craft Museum show and more action packed fun! Details can be found on our shop page.
Too hot for the beach? Here’s two places you can cool off and watch some great animation on the big screen. I’m excited to have the chance to see my film House Bunny as part of both festivals:
WOODS HOLE FILM FESTIVAL
In the crook of Cape Cod between July 31st and August 7th, this is a [...]
Rare video footage reveals the inside story on the world of Mechanical Confections!
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