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Kinetic helium Mobile Kinetic helium Mobile
Kinetic Helium Mobile by Troy Apprill, CBA and Tope Abulude, CBA
250 Person Hours, 1,000 balloons, 14'H x 14'W x 14'D
Using the lift-ability of helium and the natural freedom of kinetic energy, this sculpture moves and changes appearance thrgouhout its display time. The natural air currents created by viewers walking around the mobile and from the room's ventilation system is the power that brings this sculpture to life.

The Uninvited Guest The Uninvited Guest
The Uninvited Guest by Mary Howard, CBA
60 Person Hours, 2,400 balloons, 14'H x 16'W x 13'D
An animated mouse pops up and peeks out of an art-deco style, Mery Engelbreit-inspired teapot.

From The Deep Sea From The Deep Sea
From The Deep Sea by Katshuhiko Kahara, CBA
189 Person Hours, 6,500 balloons, 15'H x 15'W x 15'D
This sculpture represents how you can not judge a book by its' cover. The fish, while quite ugly on the outside is a very tasty treat.


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