Negative Curl Process

This is how we made it

Overview View Design and Fabrication Process

Goal: To fabricate a 7m long representation of a roll of photographic film, depicting the history of the surrounding area.



We investigated different materials and tested rolling techniques prior to production using miniature prototypes.

Film Roll Public Art Laser Etched Anodised Aluminium
Film Roll Public Art Laser Etched Anodised Aluminium
Film Roll Public Art Laser Etched Anodised Aluminium
Film Roll Public Art Laser Etched Anodised Aluminium

Having sourced aluminium of the required dimensions we arranged for anodising, we then modified our flatbed etching laser to enable such a large sheet of aluminium to pass through. We ran the laser constantly to etch James’ designs into both sides.

Negative Curl

Next the anodised aluminium was rolled on an angle to create the desired curling effect.

Artistic Film Roll
Film Roll sculpture
Negative film roll statue
Aluminium Film Roll
Delivery of Public Art project
Art project delivery
Public Art goes to Melbourne

We designed and fabricated footing mounts and provided structural certification for the project. Then we built a special crate to contain and protect the artwork on its overland journey to Victoria, ready for installation.

Voila!

Negative Curl by James Voller
Negative Curl by James Voller
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