  Gould’s Praying Mantis kinetic sculpture. [Image by Siblia
Savage.]  MZ_Mechanics-Badge.gifFounded in 2007, “Applied
Kinetic Arts (A.K.A.) is a community of artists working within
the medium loosely defined as ‘kinetic’. Works incorporating
motion, light, sound, and interactivity are represented by the
group’s ever expanding member base.” The A.K.A. collective has
made mesmerizing displays at Maker Faire Bay Area for years now.
With this month’s theme being Physical Science and Mechanics,
it’s the perfect time to chat with the multi-talented members of
A.K.A, and get insight into kinetic arts. Today, we speak with
Nemo Gould, one of A.K.A.’s co-founders. Gould’s sculptures are
magical, transporting the viewer into an alternate, ever-moving
reality, made from salvaged materials.  1. Tell us about
yourself. How did you get started making things and who are your
inspirations? I’ve always had a thing for collecting junk and
taking it apart. That, and I’ve always loved old science fiction
movies and comics. I su