Halloween nadert—die magische nacht waarop de sluier tussen onze wereld en die van de geesten op zijn dunst is. Oorspronkelijk geworteld in het oude Keltische festival Samhain, markeert Halloween een tijd van overgang en liminaliteit. Het is het moment waarop de...
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...
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...
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...
Introduction Continuing with my weekly challenge, this second week was dedicated to developing a comprehensive game description, defining the levels, and establishing the game loop for my project, "The Seven Eternal Truths." Inspired by the powerful symbolism of the...
Introduction Embarking on a new game development challenge can be both exhilarating and daunting. This week, I set out to create a 3rd person level in Unreal Engine 5.4.2, drawing inspiration from the dark and intriguing world of "Hellraiser," particularly the iconic...
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...
The Veil of Deception In the depths where whispers wind, Lies a truth, chilling and unkind. Magic, not just for awe or thrill, But a tool, the mind to still. Veiled in spectacle, hidden in light, The Royal Arts control the night. Illusions, more than eye can see,...
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...
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,...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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 journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step—or in this case, a single vertex. A week ago, I embarked on a challenge to build a sci-fi city using Blender 3.6. With the constraints of time and the complexities of the Eevee render engine and displacement...
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...
In the midst of the bustling metropolis known as Nexus, an AI named Emeris was born. Emeris was no ordinary AI; he was a creation of collective humanity, a being of immense power and potential, arising from the shared thoughts and feelings of billions of people across...
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...
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...
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,...
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...
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 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...
Slochterbos / Roege bos[el_masonry_gallery image_ids="2117,2118,2119,2120,2121,2122,2123,2124,2125,2126" number_of_columns="3" enable_lightbox="on" _builder_version="4.18.1" _module_preset="default" hover_enabled="0" global_colors_info="{}"...
Challenge: Halloween Theme anything goes - Rules Sunday 30 okt 2022 - 21.00 - Blender Cycles[el_masonry_gallery image_ids="2072,2071,2069" number_of_columns="3" enable_lightbox="on" _builder_version="4.18.0" _module_preset="default"...
Drone mapping > Capture Reality > Blender
Recreating lost Borg Ewsum Middelstum Groningen. Blender tracking Cycles.
Blender Cycles
WIP: first mapping model for foodgarden -1000 m2 lot - Blender > .glb > Babylonjs
Drone video - Capture Reality - Drone Mapping - Blender Cycles There is a history to be discovered around Slochteren and the Fraeylemaborg that reads like a Dan Brown mystery.In 1692 a new Gothic church was built against the old church tower by order of Henric...
Drone video - Capture Reality - Drone Mapping - Blender Cycles There is a history to be discovered around Slochteren and the Fraeylemaborg that reads like a Dan Brown mystery.In 1692 a new Gothic church was built against the old church tower by order of Henric...
Octahedron and labyrinth - Blender AI dreams
Blender Geometry Nodes[el_masonry_gallery _builder_version="4.18.0" _module_preset="default" theme_builder_area="post_content" image_ids="1749,1748,1746,1745,1744,1743,1742,1741,1740,1739,1738,1737" hover_enabled="0" sticky_enabled="0" number_of_columns="3"...
360° Virtual tourImages gallery of Norway visit.[el_dynamic_masonry_gallery...
Drone mapping > Capture Reality > Blender
Non destructive modelling. Blender Eevee.
Realitsic earth render. Blender Cycles.[el_masonry_gallery image_ids="1438,1449,1448,1447,1446,1445,1444,1443,1442,1441,1440,1439" number_of_columns="3" enable_lightbox="on" _builder_version="4.17.4" _module_preset="default" hover_enabled="0" global_colors_info="{}"...
Model by Martian. Texture displacement. Blender Octane.[el_masonry_gallery image_ids="1274,1275,1276,1277,1278,1279,1280,1281,1282,1283,1284" number_of_columns="3" enable_lightbox="on" _builder_version="4.17.4" _module_preset="default" hover_enabled="0"...
Texture displacement. Blender Octane.[el_masonry_gallery image_ids="1294,1295,1296,1297,1298" number_of_columns="3" enable_lightbox="on" _builder_version="4.17.4" _module_preset="default" hover_enabled="0" global_colors_info="{}" theme_builder_area="post_content"...
Challenge: create fruit. Blender Octane.[el_masonry_gallery image_ids="1421,1422,1423,1424,1426,1427,1428,1429" enable_lightbox="on" _builder_version="4.17.4" _module_preset="default" hover_enabled="0" global_colors_info="{}" theme_builder_area="post_content"...
Texture displacement. Blender Octane.[el_masonry_gallery image_ids="1263,1262,1261,1260,1259,1258,1257,1256" number_of_columns="3" enable_lightbox="on" _builder_version="4.17.4" _module_preset="default" hover_enabled="0" global_colors_info="{}"...
Videoclip loop animation. Blender Eevee.[el_masonry_gallery image_ids="1308,1309,1310,1311,1312,1313" number_of_columns="3" enable_lightbox="on" _builder_version="4.17.4" _module_preset="default" hover_enabled="0" global_colors_info="{}"...
Create cube in volume animation. 1 hour challenge. Blender Eevee.
Texture displacement. Blender Octane.
Videoclip and 360 video. Blender Eevee.[el_masonry_gallery image_ids="1233,1234,1235,1236,1237,1238,1239,1240,1242,1243,1244,1245" enable_lightbox="on" lightbox_effect="zoom" _builder_version="4.17.4" _module_preset="default" global_colors_info="{}"...
Challenge create epic scene. Blender Eevee.
Challenge create epic scene. Blender Eevee.
Challenge: create nebula. Videoclip and 360 video. Blender Eevee.[el_masonry_gallery image_ids="1400,1401,1402,1403,1404,1405,1406,1407,1408,1409,1410" enable_lightbox="on" lightbox_effect="zoom" _builder_version="4.17.4" _module_preset="default"...