“The Kissing Machine“ by artist Patrick Camut
This interactive sculpture from the series “Suggestive Mechanical Expression” engages two participants in a mechanically precise kiss when the motor located above the machine is activated by the toggle switch found on the shoulder harness.
The “Kissing Machine” was inspired by a the moment when artist Patrick Camut fumbled a first kiss with current girlfriend Alison Reken. The mistake led to a head bump that was eventually followed by a kiss. The “Kissing Machine” insures this mistake will never happen again with the help of precision mechanics and solid engineering.