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Forget the Loch Ness monster, Liverpool is home to a new mythical creature. Korean artist Choe U-Ram has created an animatronic sculpture based on oars, rudders, ship motors and other nautical devices. Controlled by custom software via 12-channel DMX, the 2-ton creature expands and contacts like tidal forces.

The Opertus Lunula Umbra (Hidden Shadow of Moon), is the scientific name that Choe has given to his fictitious creature which is part of the fifth Liverpool Biennale with the theme "Made Up" that encourages artists to delve into the realm of make-believe for their inspiration.

Co-commissioned by Liverpool Biennial International 2008 and FACT, the Foundation for Art and Creative Technology, the piece is exhibited in FACT's atrium courtesy of Art Station, Poznan, Poland and bitforms gallery in NYC.

View more images and read the artist's statement after the jump.