Drawing Machine

To help with my drawing practice I have been developing an idea of a drawing machine that allows me to do one really long continuous line drawing. It would also be possible to calculate measurements of paper according to time. This is my first prototype, built using Fischertechniks and wooden rollers.

I am still experimenting with the system, testing out speeds and how it affects my drawing. With the first model after primary testing I calculated that the machine would roll one metre of paper in forty eight seconds. The speed was a bit to quick, affecting the drawing style. Experiments are continuing to find the best combination of speed and drawing style.