Lots of people think of steampunk as hobby, but for some designers it is an art form that translates into a way of life. For steampunk artist Jake von Slatt, steampunking modern computers is a way to make functional art.
Photo courtesy of Jake von Slatt.
Check out another TechRepublic gallery that features Mr. von Slatt’s work: Mod your computer keyboard, steampunk style.
The all-in-one with all steampunk components. Notice the pointing device.
Photo courtesy of Jake von Slatt.
Steampunk isn’t just about the aesthetic. This computer is fully functional.
Photo courtesy of Jake von Slatt.
Every part of the system has been recreated in steampunk style.
Photo courtesy of Jake von Slatt.
This keyboard is fully functional for daily use.
Photo courtesy of Jake von Slatt.
Every detail is remade. This is a close-up of monitor controls.
Photo courtesy of Jake von Slatt.
The legs on this flat screen LCD monitor were the inspiration for the entire project. The legs are antique brass gaslight arms.
Photo courtesy of Jake von Slatt.
Mr. von Slatt of The Steampunk Workshop posing with his steampunk guitar.
Photo courtesy of Jake von Slatt.
This steampunk computer is rather large and custom built.
Photo courtesy of Richard Nagy of Datamancer.net.
A close-up of the computational engine’s disc drive.
Photo courtesy of Richard Nagy of Datamancer.net.
What is inside this box with intricate gears?
Photo courtesy of Richard Nagy of Datamancer.net.
What is this old book doing on Richard Nagy’s desk?
Photo courtesy of Richard Nagy of Datamancer.net.
That’s no book! It’s a custom steampunk flatbed scanner.
Photo courtesy of Richard Nagy of Datamancer.net.
These boxes hide steampunk keyboards.
Photo courtesy of Richard Nagy of Datamancer.net.
The lid opens to reveal a fully functional keyboard, complete with padded wrist rest.
Photo courtesy of Richard Nagy of Datamancer.net.
One of the neatest things about steampunk is the attention to detail. Each keyboard has its own aesthetic.
Photo courtesy of Richard Nagy of Datamancer.net.
Mr. Nagy of Datamancer.net in his steampunk workshop. The clothes are proof that steampunk is more than a hobby.
Photo courtesy of Richard Nagy of Datamancer.net.
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