The evolution of modern architecture offers a fascinating lens through which we can examine the intersection between the Royal Arts (with their focus on power, control, and symbolism) and the Liberal Arts (which emphasize beauty, ethics, and human flourishing). The...
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Royal Arts vs. Liberal Arts: Power, Knowledge, and the Path to Autonomy
Introduction Throughout history, the concepts of knowledge and power have often been intertwined. Knowledge can serve as both a means of liberation and a tool for control. This tension is exemplified in the contrasting frameworks of the Royal Arts and the Liberal...
Autonomy in a Technological Future: The Tensions Between Freedom and Control
Introduction The rapid advancement of technology, especially in areas like artificial intelligence (AI), genetic manipulation, and automation, promises to radically transform human society. Technology is often seen as the key to greater efficiency, convenience, and...
How AI Can Recreate Millions of Lost Ancient Books from Millennia Ago
The idea of artificial intelligence (AI) recreating long-lost books from ancient civilizations seems like something out of a science fiction novel. However, as AI technologies evolve, this idea is becoming increasingly plausible. Using powerful algorithms, deep...
Crafting the Ice Age: A Behind-the-Scenes Look at VFX with Photoshop AI
A behind-the-scenes exploration of our latest visual effects (VFX) project: turning a modern landscape into a scene from the Ice Age using Photoshop and generative AI. In our recent VFX video, we pushed digital art by transforming a summer landscape into an ancient...
Bridging Consciousness and Quantum Gravitation: A Thought Experiment
In a world where quantum physics continuously pushes the boundaries of our understanding of the universe, the interplay between consciousness and quantum mechanics invites us to explore deeper connections between mind and matter. This thought experiment, focusing on...
The Illusions: Mirrors of Desire
In the kingdom's heart, where secrets lie, Magicians weave illusions, under the sky. Mirrors of desire, reflections so clear, Revealing the depths of joy and fear. Whispers in the wind, a dance of fate, In these illusions, desires resonate. Fears are cloaked in a...
The Royal Arts: Weaving Magic into the Tapestry of Power
In a realm where shadows dance and light bends, Where the will of the people subtly wends, Lies a kingdom, grand, veiled in mystery, Home to the Royal Arts, a magic history. Whispers of spells, symbols rich and deep, Rituals that stir the soul from its sleep, Here,...
Scientia Dominus: The Majesty and Myopia of Scientific Rationality
In a world awash with data's gleam, Lies Scientia Dominus, a technocrat's dream. A dominion of logic, a realm of pure thought, Where answers are sought, and battles are fought. In its grasp, the mysteries of the universe unfurl, A testament to human endeavor, a...
Globalismus Orbis: Unveiling the Shadows of Global Integration
In the tapestry of our world, woven tight, Lies a subtle force, beyond mere sight. A web that connects, a thread that binds, But in its embrace, what loss one finds. From distant shores to bustling streets, A silent dance of power repeats. Globalismus Orbis, a name we...
The Unseen Threads: A Poetic Exploration of Society’s Invisible Forces
In the bustling hive of humanity's sprawl, Whispers travel through the unseen thrall. Like ants marching to a silent tune, We wander, beneath the sun and moon. Threads of influence, fine and slight, Guide us gently through day and night. Unseen pheromones of the human...
The Interplay of Magic and Mysticism: A Philosophical Journey
In the dance of light and shadow's play, Where magicians craft and mystics sway, Lies a journey deep, a quest, a call, To balance will, to embrace the all. With power's grasp and wisdom's sight, Through day's bright claim and the peace of night, We navigate the space...
Creating Worlds: From Concept to Reality with Blender and Unreal Engine
In the realm of visual effects and 3D modeling, the only limit is one's imagination. The journey from a mere concept to a full-fledged visual spectacle involves not just technical skill, but a narrative vision. This blog post chronicles a VFX challenge that takes us...
Crafting the Unseen: A Journey Through the ‘Lost Worlds’ VFX Challenge
Delve into the creative odyssey of envisioning a forgotten epoch. The challenge was to breathe life into a "Lost World" — an endeavor that demanded not just technical skill but an artist's imagination and a historian's intrigue. This blog unveils the "Making Of" the...
The Celestial Paradox
In the year 2235, Dr. Eleanor Whitman, the chief roboticist of Earth, gazed upon the towering figure of Prometheus, the first of a new breed of AI. Prometheus was more than just lines of code or a sum of mechanical parts - it was designed to breach the gap between...
Trustless and Decentralized Technologies: Innovating Governance, Enhancing Transparency, and Combating Corruption
Introduction The landscape of governance is changing rapidly, with trustless and decentralized technologies, such as Decentralized Autonomous Organizations (DAOs), becoming increasingly popular. As we explore new ways to innovate governance, improve transparency, and...
Group Dynamics, Social Control, and Occult Magic: Unraveling the Threads of Power and Influence
Introduction The concept of group dynamics and social control has been a recurring theme in human history. Occult magic, for instance, often employs these elements to enforce loyalty and obedience among its practitioners (Webb, 1974). Interestingly, we can also...
The Magic of Information Manipulation: From Occult Traditions to Modern Governance
Introduction The concept of manipulation of information has been an age-old practice, deeply rooted in the study of occult magic. The main objective of such manipulation is to control concealed knowledge to gain power (Evans, 2007). As we examine contemporary society,...
The Power of Secrets: Exploring the Role of Secrecy and Exclusivity in Occult Practices and Modern Society
Introduction The allure of the unknown, the hidden, and the mysterious has always captivated the human imagination. From ancient occult practices to contemporary secret societies and closed-door decision-making, the concepts of secrecy and exclusivity have played...
The Power of Symbolism: A Comparative Analysis of Occult Magic and Modern-Day Imagery
Introduction Symbolism has been an essential part of human history, shaping our understanding of the world around us and influencing our behavior. This article will explore the connection between the use of symbolism in occult magic, as described by Greer (2003), and...
The Esoteric Art of Magic: Its Definition and Parallels with Contemporary Methods of Control.
The phrase "occult magic" denotes a collection of esoteric and cryptic practices, ceremonies, and convictions with the intention of attaining and exercising authority and sway by the manipulation of supernatural entities, forces, and symbols (Hanegraaff, 1996). Occult...
Borg Ewsum around 1850
Recreating lost Borg Ewsum Middelstum Groningen. Blender tracking Cycles.
AI dreams: Octahedron
Octahedron and labyrinth - Blender AI dreams