Tim hunkin, the Ingenious World of novelty automation

Tim hunkin, the Ingenious World of novelty automation

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Physical Ed

11th Grade - University

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Tim Hunkin, a cartoonist and engineer, shares his journey from childhood fascination with making people laugh to creating unique arcade machines. He owns two arcades, including Novelty Automation in London, and has built around 50 machines. His creations, like 'Petal Meat' and 'Auto Frisk', blend satire and interaction, drawing inspiration from life, news, and old mechanisms. Tim enjoys the process of making and the satisfaction of seeing people engage with his machines, which also provide income. He emphasizes an unplanned career path, seizing opportunities as they arise.

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What is the significance of the phrase 'you have to enjoy the process of making things' in Tim Hunkin's work?

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Explain how Tim Hunkin's career has been shaped by opportunities rather than planning.

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