The Crypto Lotus

A project in Washington, DC by Branden Hall
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The Crypto Lotus is an interactive sculpture that uses light, music, and math to instill wonder and a sense of magic.
Backers: 106
Average Pledge Per Backer: $45

Funded: $4,795 of $4,000
Dates: Mar 19th -> Apr 12th (25 days)
Project By: Branden Hall
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Latest News

Ramping up for the rewards!

April 10th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi everyone, here's a quick reminder that all backers who gave over $5 will be receiving both a Crypto Lotus sticker and an embroidered patch. The first set of stickers (I'll order more if needed...) arrived today! Check them out - they're seriously... (Read More)

Almost Done!

April 9th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi everyone - thanks again for your interest, your time, and your hard earned money. We just hit the stretch goal and I couldn't be happier - I'm seriously grinning ear to ear! I'm getting pretty heads down working on the lotus and your rewards... (Read More)

Construction Underway

April 2nd - via: kickstarter.com
Just a quick update to let everyone know that construction is rocking on in earnest. Tomorrow I'm meeting with the amazing seamstresses that will be helping us build the fabric covers of the lotus' petals. Lots of the parts needed have been purchased... (Read More)

We made it! Time for some stretch goals!

March 25th - via: kickstarter.com
This post is for backers only. Please visit Kickstarter.com and log in to read. (Read More)

About the EL Wire Wings Reward

March 22nd - via: kickstarter.com
I've had a couple of people ask me about the EL wire wings, so here's the low down. I designed the wings and make them by hand out of craft foam and EL (electro-luminescent) wire. Any backer that chooses this reward will be able to choose their own... (Read More)

Wow. Now that was one heck of a day #1!

March 20th - via: kickstarter.com
Thank you so much to everyone who already donated. I can not tell you how much it means to me that we've already gotten this much support.  Please continue to spread the word about the project so we can hopefully wrap this up with time to spare (I... (Read More)

More about the BlitterBike

March 19th - via: kickstarter.com
My co-conspirator Matt Collins mentioned that the little picture of the BlitterBike at the end of the post doesn't really do it justice, and well, neither do these videos, but they should give you a sense of the insanity of the thing. When I got the... (Read More)

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