Final Flyswatter

 Final Flyswatter Handle

Year:  2013

Media:  Resin-based plastic, filler primer, "La Fonda Fireberry" acrylic paint

Specs:  The main goal of this project was to make a comfortable flyswatter handle that communicates to the user exactly how he is supposed to use it.  I chose to make the grip communicate to the user to place his thumb on top in order to keep the wrist aligned with the range of motion and prevent strain.  Subsequently, the palm is placed on top and the fingers on bottom, so appropriate curves were shaped to accommodate this grip.  The cutout in the center is intended to save material for production costs as well as to maintain the lightweight nature of the tool.  I chose to paint it a bright red color because I wanted the flyswatter to look aggressive and stand out.  This red color is seen quite often in nature, especially on bugs who wish to appear not to be messed with.  The overall appearance of this flyswatter is a modern, simple to use design that conveys aggression and comfort in handling pests at the same time.