Here at Gizmo, work and passion are one in the same. The fabricators are not just fabricators, they are artists, putting their heart into everything they do, striving for perfection. Gizmo creates and thrives off the inspiration and ideas of artists, museums, visitors centers, and companies who all want to improve their surroundings in an…
Gizmo fabricated and installed Ned Kahn’s undulating sculpture on the side of a commercial building. Client: Ned Kahn Category: Public Art Location Austin, TX Date: November, 2020
Gizmo fabricated the interactive space exploration exhibit in Oakland. Client: Habitot Category: Children’s Museum Location: Oakland, California Date: February 2020 In the redesigned Rocket ship, children are able to pilot the ship, do scientific missions, and have fun playing with all of its interactive elements. The interior has been redesigned both physically and experientially, and is directly…
Gizmo uses many means of delivering exhibit messages, including audio playback and recording, interactive and immersive video, or computer driven media interaction for online content and/or custom educational games. We offer writing, audio recording and programming, as well has integrate technologies into exhibitions for audio interactives that use overhead speakers, headphones, telephone handsets, and microphones…
In today’s competitive museum market, an interactive exhibit can be a critical element to set your institution apart from the rest. Gizmo specializes in the creation and development of, one-of-a- kind exhibits, designed to enhance the visitor experience. Using a variety of techniques from mechanical, electrical, hydro or solar, your visitor will leave with “how-to”…
Gizmo fabricated and installed Blessing Hancock’s sculpture as a centerpiece at a new public library in Oregon. Client: Blessing Hancock Category: Public Art Location Shute Park, OR Date: August, 2018
Installation Date: April 30th, 2024 Exhibition runs until: May 31st, 2024 Location: Grace Cathedral, San Francisco, CA Artist: Don Ed Hardy As of the beginning of May, Gizmo completed the installation of “2000 Dragons”, an original painting by the great Don Ed Hardy, within Grace Cathedral. On Saturday morning, Gizmo was honored alongside the artists, authors,…
Gizmo fabricated these elaborate metal light fixtures for the outdoor walking area. Artists: Blessing Hancock with poets Moheb Soliman, Sagirah Shahid, Junauda Petrus and R. Vincent Moniz, Jr. (Nu’Eta) Category: Sculpture fabrication Location: Minneapolis, MN Date: November 2018 Breathing new life into the Nicollet Mall artist Blessing Hancock celebrates light, art and the four seasons in…
Gizmo fabricated and installed this outdoor sculpture “Accolades” “Accolades is a public art sculpture that reflects the spirit and protective presence of the District VII Police Station in Fort Washington, Maryland. Composed of two distinct shields, or wings, this illuminated sculpture is a landmark for the community. The sculpture is formed of text relating…
Client: Presidio Trust Category: Exhibits Location: San Francisco, CA Date: November 2015 Operation Babylift is an interpretive exhibit examining the 1975 U.S.-led evacuation of Vietnamese children at the end of the Vietnam War. The exhibit presents a complex historical narrative through a combination of archival imagery, text, and spatial storytelling, encouraging visitors to consider multiple…
