Prosthetic limbs as surrealist art : Sophie de Oliveira Barata at TEDxBrixton

Prosthesis designer Sophie de Oliveira Barata runs The Alternative Limb Project in London, a studio that designs unusual prosthetic limbs. From stereo legs to snake arms, Sophie's project borders on surrealist art and Project crosses into the realm of surrealist art and is redefining the way we see prosthetics.
About Sophie
After gaining her degree in Special Effects prosthetics from the London Arts University, Sophie de Barata Oliveira worked for a leading prosthetic provider as a sculptor, making realistic-looking, bespoke prosthetics for amputees. Realising there was scope for prosthetic limbs to be more adventurous, Sophie set up her own studio. She now creates unique designs that reflect her clients' interests and personalities.
Follow her on Twitter: @Altlimbpro
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