This mechanical sculpture acts as a scale measuring self worthiness. It tips the head over in the state of "NO" decided that the head is worth nothing and should drop to the floor, but then changes its mind to "ME" accepting that its individuality is worth something and the head can remain upright. The machine is constantly in a state of indecision.

The machine is automated. It uses no evidence in its decision of self worth, nor bases the information on any data nor reflection. It just teeters between the two choices and holds to one for a random amount of time before changing its mind.

Jessica Field © 2009

Based in Oshawa, Ontario, Canada

Last updated June 23, 2009