Vine 2.0

A botanical/tentacle and flora/fauna hybrid, this piece explores the extra-terrestrial elements of Kelly Knox through a physical, reactive extension.

Inspired by plants from this planet, this alien structure has 26 individual vertebrae that allow the movements of the arm to be subtle and organic as it curves and curls. Kelly’s precise control is enabled by the four degrees-of-freedom within the arm, controlled by her feet, more specifically her big toes. With four force sensors embedded in her shoes, Kelly can flex the four individual sections — or can combine two at a time — to create dynamic curves that react in real-time to Kelly’s movements.

"I want to change the way society perceives disability - showing disability can be cool, fashionable, beautiful and powerful... it's like my body is a canvas and when wearing an Alternative Limb, I become the art" - Kelly Knox