Research & 4D
Art can be seen as a modern form of research and development
Art relies on creativity, imagination, and vision to transform abstract concepts into tangible and meaningful forms that resonate with audiences.
The human genome provides genetic diversity, which is essential to our survival as a species. It contributes to adaptation to environmental changes and helps prevent inbreeding, which can lead to genetic disorders and weaken the species. However, it cannot solely protect us from extinction, as a variety of factors, such as natural disasters, disease outbreaks, and human-made disasters, can still threaten our survival.
Fine art does not directly protect us from extinction, but it can provide a cultural and historical record of human civilization. It often reflects the values and beliefs of a society and can serve as a means of communication and preservation of traditions and knowledge. In this sense, it can contribute to our understanding and appreciation of our shared humanity, which is crucial in promoting cooperation and ensuring our collective survival.
What art means for people
Art is a form of expression that plays a vital role in humans’ lives and society. It is a social and cultural phenomenon that has been present since the beginning of humankind. Art provides individuals with a way to communicate, express thoughts and emotions, challenge ideas, and explore new perspectives. It allows people to connect with each other, share thoughts, and inspire change. Art can be a powerful tool to promote cultural understanding, empathy, and tolerance among diverse communities. It also helps preserve cultural heritage and traditions, and it can serve as a historical and educational resource. For many people, art is a source of personal enjoyment, inspiration, and a means of escape from the stresses of daily life.
Searching for aesthetic solutions
Creative experiments on art that may be the future
A variety of materials and media can create surprising combinations evoking unexpected emotional reactions prompting creative reflections.
When trying to understand the paths taken by the imagination of the creators, you may unexpectedly find yourself on them.
Leonardo, tell me about simplicity!
Ah, simplicity. It is a concept that has fascinated me for many years. I believe that simplicity is the ultimate sophistication. It may be easy to create something complex, but it takes true skill and mastery to create something that is simple yet elegant.
To achieve simplicity, one must have a deep understanding of the subject matter and a willingness to strip away anything unnecessary. This requires discipline and patience. When creating a work of art or design, it is easy to get carried away with details or embellishments. But when we remove these distractions, the essence of the work becomes clearer and more impactful.
In nature, we can see the beauty of simplicity all around us. A single flower can be more breathtaking than a garden full of blooms. A simple line drawn by the brush of a calligraphy master can express a depth of emotion that a more elaborate drawing cannot.
Simplicity is not just about minimalism or restraint. It is about finding the perfect balance between form and function, between beauty and utility. It is about communicating a message clearly and powerfully, without unnecessary distraction.
So my dear friend, always strive for simplicity in your work and in your life. It will lead you to a deeper understanding and appreciation of the world around you.
Sincerely, Leonardo da Vinci
Mega City
In Aldous Huxley’s Brave New World, the utopian society operates with perfect efficiency but at the cost of individual freedom and the deeper experiences of the human spirit.
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A man named Edgar-the-X
In the vast expanse of the future, towering monoliths reached for the heavens. Lights flickered like the souls of lost wanderers, their voices silenced by the suffocating concrete. The streets, once teeming with life, now echoed with the hollow footsteps of drones.
Within the heart of this labyrinthine mega city, a man named Edgar X found himself lost. Neon signs painted his face in vibrant hues, casting a grotesque dance of shadows upon his weary form. Every corner turned brought a sense of both trepidation and wonder, as the specter of this metropolis seemed to swallow all semblance of humanity.
The denizens, mere phantoms of the past, lived and died amidst the cacophony of mechanical murmurs. Edgar, a relic among them, longed for simpler times. He yearned for the tranquility of nature and the melody of birdsong, now reduced to mere echoes within his soul.
But the allure of progress was an insidious siren’s call that gripped the masses tightly. They trudged along like mindless automatons, slaves to a society stripped of emotional connection. Edgar, however, clung to the fragments of his humanity, refusing to surrender to this cold, dystopian reality.
And so he wandered, searching for a flicker of hope, an oasis of unpolluted air amidst the smog. In the darkest depths of this gargantuan city, he stumbled upon a forgotten garden, hidden beneath layers of steel and glass. Fragments of sunlight streamed through the cracks, casting ethereal rays upon the vibrant tapestry of flowers.
Edgar fell to his knees, tears mingling with the dewdrops upon petals. Here, amidst the towering giants, nature had found a way to reclaim its throne as a benevolent sovereign. It had not withered beneath the weight of machines but had thrived, defiantly blooming against all odds.
In that moment, Edgar grasped the essence of life, the beauty that no manufactured city could ever replicate. As the last remnants of humanity struggled to survive, he discovered the indomitable spirit that lay dormant within each soul.
For in this unfathomable mega city, where steel and concrete reigned supreme, the human spirit persisted, emerging like a phoenix from the ashes of a forgotten past. And as Edgar stood amidst the corridors of progress, he vowed to nurture this flame, to create a future where nature and technology could coexist harmoniously.
Thus, the seeds of change were sown within the heart of the mega city, and Edgar became the beacon of hope for a forgotten civilization. In the twilight of this world, he emerged as the solitary figure who dared to defy the confines of their artificial existence, and, with resilience and determination, began to sow the seeds of a more vibrant future.
* W X Gwizdala, Adelphi, September 21, 2023
The Final Deluge
When the high waters come
It is recorded in history that such states have already happened. Thus, a species that wants to survive must be prepared for it.
One cannot delay, because the inevitable is bound to come,
In the dark waters of wrathful floods, the civilizations of men were but fleeting apparitions, swallowed by the merciless waves of fate.
* W X Gwizdala, Adelphi, September 21, 2023