The Extraordinary Evolution of Theo Jansen’s Incredible Wind-Powered ‘Strandbeest’ Walking Sculptures

Lori Dorn
November 12, 2025

Dutch artist Theo Jansen shared beautiful footage that shows how his wonderful wind-powered “Strandbeest” walking sculptures have evolved over time, culminating in his newest creation for 2025.

Strandbeest Evolution 2025 provides an update on the evolutionary development, which is going on since 1990. Every spring I go to the beach with a new beast. During the summer I do all kinds of experiments with the wind, sand and water. In the fall I grew a bit wiser…

Previous Strandbeests

The Caterpillar – An Attachable Seat That Is Pulled Behind Theo Jansen’s Wind-Powered ‘Strandbeest’

Animaris Rex, A Connected Kinetic Unit That Walks Behind Theo Jansen’s Wind Powered Strandbeest

Animaris Tenere, A Herd of Four Strandbeests That Hold Tightly Onto Each Other on a Windy Beach

Lori Dorn

Lori is a Laughing Squid Contributing Editor based in New York City who has been writing blog posts for over a decade. She also enjoys making jewelry, playing guitar, taking photos and mixing craft cocktails.