Ratchet Racer

Ratchet Racer is an experimental multimedia artist whose dynamic practice fuses elements of street art, kinetic sculpture, and sound design. Growing up in the industrial outskirts of Detroit, Ratchet Racer developed a fascination with the interplay of machinery, urban decay, and human improvisation, which became central themes in their work. Their installations often incorporate found objects, recycled automotive parts, and interactive electronics, inviting viewers to engage with motion and noise as aesthetic experiences.

Ratchet Racer has exhibited in underground galleries and abandoned spaces across the Midwest, gaining recognition for raw, immersive environments that blur the line between chaos and intention. Their work challenges audiences to reconsider notions of progress, waste, and the visceral beauty found in everyday detritus. Driven by a passion for collaboration, Ratchet Racer frequently partners with musicians, fabricators, and local youth to create community-driven projects that energize public spaces and reimagine the role of art in post-industrial landscapes.