This is interesting.. looks like the latest incarnation of "The Three Musketeers" has gone decidedly steamy..

Emergent artist Sasha Cuha, aka "ByronicTwist" brings us his bohemian music and spoken word based debut album, "Past the Sparrow Flight Hour".  An animated taste here:


This sumptuous and decadent soundscape is just the perfect thing for one's darker moods, the poetry is contemplative and rich in imagery and the music is a lovely accompaniment.  While lounging beside your absinthe fountain or nestled up with your favourite companion and poetry volume you could scarce have a better acoustic accompaniment.

In addition to writing all the poetry, all the instruments on the album are played by the same extraordinarily talented neovictorian gentlemen.

The album is being released by the artist though reverbnation and is available here: http://www.reverbnation.com/store/view_item_album/artist_1020584?item_id=831602

If you are looking for something original and different that speaks to your bohemian soul, you're definitely going to want to give this a listen.

Not exactly steampunk, but there is loads of inspiration here. I could see a lot of these elements being incorporated into a spectacular steampunk outfit. Go to his website for even more amazingness. 

A lovely little piece about steampunk for the American BBC World News..


STEAMPUNKS 2011 from Andy Gallacher on Vimeo.

Circus Oz is going steampunk this June/July with their new shoe "Steam Powered"






Come along in your finest Steampunk attire and step into a time where romance meets technology and everything is hand-made and steam-powered. It’s a time for restoring wonder, for reclaiming technology, re-imagining our modern world and rewiring your wit. Come dressed as the Aviator, the Mechanic, the Inventor, the Mad Musician, Victoriana’s Strongest Woman or a little of all of them mixed together. Bring along your bright shiny gadgets and get ready to let off some STEAM! 

For this show only we have 25% off Adults A reserve tickets from March 21 – April 21 when booking with code word GADGETS at ticketmaster.com.au or 131600


FB event details for the special discount here: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=202682669759746&ref=nf


In added goodness the night they've selected for our special night (Sat 2nd July) is also one of their Auslan shows.

Ladies, Gentlemen and Androgynies… ABODE Level One will once again open its doors to all those of Steampunk affiliation and their associates. 

These sumptuous surrounds will continue to play host to The Conservatory where we look forward to another evening of conversation and congeniality. Lounge and converse or engage in more vigorous pursuits as enticing music flows through the room. Your ears will again delight to the Phonon works of Phonographers… Omega and Josh.

Last month we were indulged with impromptu polka lessons, live sketching and an outbreak of deductive alchemy as our patrons tried to divine the principal ingredients of the mysterious and delicious "Tesla" cocktail, dicing, duelling with much frivolity... who can say what's in store this month, but one thing is certain - in order to experience such delights one must attend!

Adorn yourself in your Steampunk finery and grace our space… cross the threshold before the midnight hour and receive a complimentary $8 drink card for your personal liquefied indulgence.

Décor & Lighting by:
Tracy G

Produced by:
BluAfterGlow & Steampunkerie

Hosted by:
ABODE

Open:
10pm – 3am (4am if we’re all still indulging)

Entry:
$20 (entry before 12midnight includes a drink card up to the value of $8)

Dress:
Steampunk – Period – Alternative – Eccentric etc…
(minimum neat smart/dressy - strictly NO blue denim or casual wear)

We invite all invokers/creators of visual stimulation to participate.
If you wish to display/perform a visual installation, feel free to contact us to discuss the mechanics… talent@BluAfterGlow.com

NOTE:
ABODE is a kink-friendly and queer-friendly venue, so you too should feel comfortable at this event.

ABODE Level One is a private Members Club. Please remember that we have been invited to share the space and we are primarily guests in their home.


For those shackled to the Tome of Visages, the event listing is here: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=195330347156045&ref=ts

So it's not really, strictly speaking, steampunk... but it does have cogs. and tentacles. and steam. and it is delightful.



And it was made right here in Melbourne by the extremely talented Shaun Tan, and it won an Oscar.

So, watch, and enjoy...



"The Lost Thing" by Shaun Tan from kareandr on Vimeo.

Here's "Inception" reimagined as a victorian woodcut animation... niice..