Writers Block is commissioned by Belgian poet Yo Smet, Thijs Rijkers crafted a machine that generates semi-random curls on thermo-sensitive paper. Using a soldering iron as a pen, Rijkers eliminates friction, creating delicate, fluid patterns that inspire wonder.

Designed to help Smet overcome writer’s block, the machine merges mechanical ingenuity with poetic randomness, offering an unpredictable yet inspiring outcome. With a focus on reimagining ready-made components, Rijkers transforms the practical into the extraordinary, blending mechanical precision with artistic freedom and discovery.