The Tree Hopper Drone

Stamped 101/018 – GJERSEN 925

Dimensions: Length: 8.5 cm, Width: 7.5 cm, Height: 1 cm.
Materials: Sterling silver, 14-karat gold, golden South Sea pearls.

Thoughts behind this drone-insect:
The Treehopper Drone is inspired by a group of insects belonging to cicadas and tree-/leafhoppers. They often have a peculiar appearance, with large, distinctive horns and antennae. For this drone, I have borrowed elements from both the aviation industry and nature’s treehoppers.

My thoughts behind the four pollinator drones can be seen as a commentary on the decline of insects and the biodiversity crisis. When real insects are gone, and pollinators are still needed for crops and flowers, human-made “aliens” like this might become the solution.

Each of the drones has a helipad landing zone with a single letter. Together, they spell the word: HELP

Habitat:
Designed as a drone landing pad with the letter “H.”

Materials:
Copper frame, aluminum, and colored foil.

This piece is an element in a composite artistic work, and is part of the HABITAT project.

Offered for sale with a proviso granting the artist the right to exhibit the sold item.