#De-Aged!Future!Leonardo

[jumpybox]

“Hello everyone! My name is Nikkō and I’m here to help Nardo from ‘Full Lair’! Please vote for him!” The red footed tortoise raises the banner a bit more. “If you do, I’ll get my mom to make cupcakes!” He smiles cutely.

“Yo, Nikki” He opens one eye to see who it is.

“Oh! Lee! Are the fights over??”

The young slider sighs at that and nods. “Yeah…didn’t go great, remind me to never bet with Leon”

“Excuse me what?! Bet?! Lee!” Nikkō huffs, pouting at the other, only to realise that Lee was moving closer, and before he asks what’s going on, he feels his banner dip.

Nikkō gasps in horror while Lee snickers, his grin widening at the look his brother has.

“Vote for Ghost from ‘Ghost in the Shell’! He is waaaay better than that old disaster of a Leonardo!” Lee shouts while he runs away from the other.

“Lee!! Come back here! Don’t use my banner as your own!!”

@shittygaypornmagazine @bluepeachstudios

@rottmntpeepawpolls

[superfruitland]

today's mood

[marianadecarlos]

The Birth of Charles II of Spain

Supposed portrait of Charles II as a newborn. Stirling Maxwell Collection (Pollock House, Glasgow), attributed to Martínez del Mazo.

Carlos José, Charles II of Spain, was born on Sunday, November 6, 1661. The news spread quickly throughout the Royal Palace in Madrid, releasing enormous tension barely contained until then. Joy filled all the rooms, as Queen Mariana's pregnancy had come to a happy conclusion. Given the challenges of the previous days and months, this was a significant relief. Just five days earlier, on November 1, 1661, the Feast of All Saints, the crown prince of the monarchy, the beloved and cherished Philip Próspero, had tragically died. His death was a profound loss for Philip IV and his wife, who was in an advanced stage of pregnancy at the time. With the passing of the young prince, the Catholic Monarchy once again faced a lack of direct male heirs, instilling a sense of pessimism and fatalism throughout the Palace and across the cities and kingdoms of the realm. The death of Don Felipe Próspero, who was only four years old, struck the heart of the aged King like a dagger, leading him to believe, with certainty, that God had abandoned him.

Queen Mariana was deeply distressed. She understood her royal husband's feelings well. From her earliest childhood, she had been educated about the reasons for the state and was aware of what dynastic inheritance meant, so she empathized with her husband's dual pain—both providential and political. Additionally, as a mother who had already lost several children, she felt overwhelmed by the painful fate that the Almighty had in store for her, a fate that undoubtedly shaped her harsh and rigid character. The death of Philip Prospero, who was taken from life too soon, was just the latest tragedy in a long series of losses. Indeed, Mariana had endured a profoundly tragic maternal experience.

For all the above reasons, in the days following the death of Philip Prospero, the Queen's pregnancy, which was nearing its end, became a matter of first importance. The future of the Monarchy depended on this event. On Sunday, November 6, everything seemed to be ready. The doctors and physicians were on alert; the Queen's confessor was near her, and the Chief Steward of her Household was carefully reviewing the arrangement of the items in the birth chamber. To guarantee the success of the event, all the holy relics that were in the Palace and others brought from El Escorial and other places had been arranged in order.

There was the staff of Saint Dominic of Silos that the Order of Saint Dominic had brought, the ribbon of Saint John Ortega, from the Order of the Hieronymites; the incorrupt bodies of Saint Isidore and Saint Diego de Alcalá; the image of the Virgin of Solitude and the one so venerated by the royal family, Our Lady of Atocha. It is difficult to find a space so holy and sacred. Everything, then, was ready, the things of the earth arranged in order to implore God's pleasure.

At noon, after a frugal lunch, Philip IV retired to his chambers. At the same time, the Queen felt discomfort and went to her room. The midwife, Doña Inés de Ayala, and the chief physician of the Royal Chamber, Don Andrés Ordóñez, both witnesses of the birth of Doña Mariana in Vienna in 1634, were now assisting her in her sixth birth, the most anticipated of all. Mariana of Austria was then 27 years old. The chronicles say that there was no setback. It was one o'clock in the afternoon on that Sunday, the day of San Leonardo, when, according to the Gazette, “ 

a very handsome prince with large features, a large head, black hair, and somewhat swollen flesh saw the light of this world .” It was, of course, a very favorable comment, but soon rumors to the contrary spread through the gossip columns of the Villa and Court. That birth was received with joy. At three in the afternoon, when the news had already spread to all corners of the Monarchy and Europe, a sober and elegantly dressed Philip IV in black velvet, left his chamber and, “ 

accompanied by the Nuncio, the Grand Masters and the Ambassadors ”, headed towards the Palace Chapel in full courtly etiquette. There, the royal procession, presided over by the monarch, sang a solemn Te Deum, thus beginning the festivities that, in honor of the future Charles II, occupied the entire month of November 1661.

[felixblankspace]

〔» •••〕 ↷ ❝ The Time Difference Saga ❞ ↺

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Summary:

Time Difference is going to be a series of fanfic(s) about (Rise) Leonardo Hamato / (UY) Miyamoto Usagi telling the story in two separate lines; Present, Future and a little twist. Present is more of a love story with a lot of fluff and a bit of angst. While Future is a more bittersweet love story with no emotional maturity to be reasonable and open with your feelings (?) In total the saga is going to have 3 fanfic(s) + extras and each fic is going to have a different content and is not going to be for everyone. I really like leosagi in the Miyamoto / Leonardo way and I will try to make the characters less ooc possible taking in consideration than this is a Rise oriented adaptation. I'm reading Usagi Yojimbo, theres changes in the canon timeline and basically de-age Usagi in order to make him more appropriate but, I make him live his early history at the age of 15 - 16 and in the present timeline he is 17 years old + he is a teen dad (and he does not know-) (he have his affair with Mariko post- adachihara btw) I really like how Usagi is in the comics and is gonna keep a lot of that. All TW and Ratings will be put in the respective fic but as a general recommendation please be at least 16 before reading the SWF fic and only +18 for anything else. This also will be in Spanish and English :D

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────── ── ─ 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐢𝐜(𝐬)(❁´◡`❁) ── ─ ──────

Now we move to the fanfics and its states of progress （￣︶￣）↗　

This is work in process please be patient with me (?

Time Difference - Diferencia Horaria

Status: Published - COMPLETED (unedited)

Rating: Teen And Up Audience ( +16 Recommended )

Art: TDS Art - Tag

(*) More Tags Will be Added

Chapters:

01 .- A New Place - Un nuevo Lugar 02.- The Turtle and The Rabbit - La Tortuga y el Conejo 03.- Meditation - Meditación  04.- You Need to Sleep! - ¡Necesitas dormir! 05.- Meeting the Family - Conociendo a la Familia 06.- Pizza! - Pizza! 07.- Samurai Tourist (or something like that) - Samurai Turista (o algo así) 08.- Being Together - Estando Juntos 09.- Not so Many Explanations - No hay Muchas Explicaciones  10.- Usagi Adventures (and Drunken Fellings)  - Aventuras con Usagi (y Sentimientos en Alcohol) 11.- I missed you  - Te extrañe 12.- Us and I - Nosotros y yo  13.- A Glimpse into the Past (or the Future, it's up to you) - Un vistazo al Pasado (o al futuro, depende de ti) 14.- Shared Feelings - Sentimientos Compartidos 15.- As you Are - Tal y como estas 16.- Our life Together - Nuestra Vida Juntos 

Extras (It can have explicit content, please read the tags):

1.- I Waited a Lot - Espere Demasiado 🔞

If One Of Us Die - Si Uno de Nosotros Muere

Status: In Process (unpublished)

Rating: Explicit (+18 Only)

TW: Graphic Depictions Of Violence - Canon Major Character Death - Explicit Sex Descriptions

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Chapters:

In Process

Horny Extras:

In Process actually (?

Ready Now - Estamos Listos

Status: Not Started (in planning)

Rating: Mature & Explicit (in a more funny manner idk) (+18 Only)

TW: Explicit Sex Descriptions

· · ─────── ·No Fic for now· ─────── · ·

Chapters:

Nothing for Now... (∪.∪ )...zzz

────── ── ─ This is Over for Now ── ─ ──────

Latest update: 03/09/2023

[kikithedreamerwriter]

Welcome all! I’m Kiki, a fellow fanfic writer.

MASTERLIST

POLLS

My Leo OC: Sayuri Mizuno 「水の小百合」

MEET MY OC

OC!SAYURI X BAYVERSE!LEO HCS

My Raph OC: Asa De Leon

MEET MY OC

This is my first Tumblr blog, but I’ve been writing fanfiction for as long I can remember :) Until now, I never had the courage to publicize my work so I’m excited to take on the challenge of putting myself out there, joining a community, and allowing myself to interact with people of similar interests. The Blue Pages is a personal project inspired by Hamato Leonardo from the TMNT 2012 series and Leonardo from the 2014-2016 Bayverse Movies.

A few facts about me

I’m a nursing student.

I love anime (SNK, KNY, FMA, JJK, Studio Ghibli) and reading books (HP, PJO/HOO, Kiera Cass, Dan Brown, Kalil Gibran, Mitch Albom, Khaled Hosseini)

I’m learning Japanese.

🄰🅂🄺 🄶🅄🄸🄳🄴🄻🄸🄽🄴🅂

I mainly write for Leonardo from either the 2012 series or the Bayverse movies in 2014-2016. But I can accommodate other turtles too, (1) given that they are also either from the 2012 series or Bayverse movies and (2) depending on the ask. My turtles are often aged up, 18 or older.

I will write angst and fluff. Sometimes, my writings have suggestive themes (NSFW), but not anything explicit. I will not write smut.

I am only comfortable writing for female OCs.

I accept requests for one-shots, HCs, and reader inserts.

I am in my right to decline asks that I deem inappropriate and uncomfortable for me to write.

I do not accept anonymous asks for security and safety reasons. If you do not want your blog name to be mentioned in your ask, let me know via message. Your privacy is respected in this blog.

The Blue Pages is purely for my own enjoyment, therefore it is not my top priority. Waiting times for asks will vary. I humbly ask for your patience.

Let me know if you want to be tagged in my future posts.

Hate is not tolerated on this blog. It is in your liberty to unfollow it.

Message me for any more questions!

[belphegor1982]

Got tagged by @accidentallylita for a 20 questions for writers thing! Thank you 💜 I'm gonna tag... @tameila, @fantasiawandering, @kabbal, @kaantt and @thisstableground - no pressure at all though.

How many works do you have on AO3?

88. But I still have 44 others over on FFnet.

What's your total AO3 word count?

659,354 (holy crap that's a lot!) and I'm way too lazy to add the FFnet numbers. The FFnet counters are a mess anyway.

What fandoms do you write for?

I have written for... Ready? Go! *deep breath* Harry Potter, Great Mouse Detective, The Mummy, Pirates of the Caribbean, Kung Fu Panda, Watchmen, Justice League, Discworld, White Collar, Hogan's Heroes, Zorro (the 1950s Disney series), Kaamelott, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (the 2012 cartoon and a TMNT 2003 and 1987 crossover missing scene from Turtles Forever) , the Don Camillo stories/films, Cobra Kai, Karate Kid, The Legend Of Vox Machina, and Critical Role. Whew! And that's not counting unpublished WIPs, because then I would have to add ACD Sherlock Holmes, Jeeves and Wooster, or The Pirates! In an Adventure with Musicians Scientists :D It's mostly Critical Role and Vox Machina at the moment, though.

What are your top 5 fics by kudos?

Let's see:

Villains (Justice League Unlimited, Flash's Rogues watch the finale of season 2's near apocalypse on TV in their bar, 442 kudos)

Reading the Colours (TMNT 2012, kid!Mikey having trouble learning to read and a bit of synaesthesia, and kid!Ralp being a good brother, 225 kudos)

Culture Shock (Turtles Forever (TMNT 2003 and 1987 crossover), 2003!Don and 1987!Leonardo having a conversation about danger and stakes and genre shifts, 215 kudos)

After the Sunset (The Mummy, a getting-to-know-each-other scene set just after 'The End' to tie up loose ends and explore character dynamics, 202 kudos)

Wife (Justice League Unlimited, the writers made Captain Cold (of all people XD) mention a wife so I created a character and explored her relationship with her husband and his nemesis, 168 kudos)

Aww 💜 I was kinda surprised by this list, to tell the truth!

Do you respond to comments? Why or why not?

I try (oh my god do I try ♫). Currently there's still a couple in my AO3 inbox I haven't responded to yet because I like to take my time (and also I like having that little number beside my inbox on my page 😭)

What's the fic you wrote with the angstiest ending?

Oh that's easy. If, a Hogan's Heroes snapshot (<800 words) where I essentially went "hey, what if [character] really had been killed in that scene?" and picture the aftermath.

What's the fic you wrote with the happiest ending?

Oh that is hard! I have comforting endings, I have peaceful/hopeful endings, I have bittersweet endings with a side of sweet... But just plain happy? I mean, Pas de Deux would end on a thoroughly good and happy note if it weren't for that pesky last sentence ("This summer 1914 is going to be the best summer"). I'd say Perfect Picture has the happiest: it's a (few years into the) future JLU fic set at a Christmas do, PoV Jimmy Olsen, that ends on him taking the titular perfect picture in the immediate wake of a very happy announcement. I love it a lot.

Do you get hate on fics?

No, thank goodness. Something of a miracle in 22+ years of writing online! My beta has, though, because some people are idiots.

Do you write smut? If so, what kind?

I do, although it's a recent (ish) development! I've written three kinds of smut: loving and sometimes fumbling between two then three young people who don't a ton of (or any, in some cases) experience, quick and ill-advised between two desperate people convinced they'll die in a few hours, and cosy and warm as a means to (re)connect (two different fandoms) between middle-aged people. Love every one of them.

Do you write crossovers? What's the craziest one you've written?

I have! Like the aforementioned TMNT crossover (within the same franchise, bit still, two different shows and fandoms). And, well, it's not exactly crazy, but I wrote a tavern-as-an-afterlife fic in which Sergeants García and Schultz have a little conversation about their respective supposed-to-be enemies. Would that count as "crazy" if they have approximately a century and a few years between their lifetimes?

Have you ever had a fic stolen?

I don't... think so. Can't be sure. Sometimes I post fic here and I've definitely found my Tumblr accounts on those crappy Tumblr mirroring websites, so yeah, probably.

Have you ever had a fic translated?

Someone asked me once if I minded them translating one of my Don Camillo fics into Italian, to which I responded with happy flailing and "not at all, go ahead!" But I never heard back from them. OTOH, I have done the translating :D I translated a Mummy fic into French back in the day (2004) with the author's permission, and I wrote L'éléphant de Carter (Hogan's Heroes) in French then translated it into English.

Have you ever co-written a fic before?

Not really. I participated in group projects and big bangs and stuff, but I've written a fic "with four hands".

What's your all-time favorite ship?

It should be an obvious choice, because I have so few I ship actively - you know, not just "sure, I like the idea of them together". For the purposes of the question I will say Pike Trickfoot/Scanlan Shorthalt, from Campaign 1 of Critical Role/The Legend of Vox Machina (it's a slow burn with minimum pining! They both have personal growth! He pursues her but then apologises and asks if they can be friends! Each is the only one who truly sees and perceives the other on that level!). But also I really really love my one-third-canon-character-two-thirds-OCs OT3 set in 1910s Oxford. So... tie? :3

What's the WIP you want to finish but doubt you ever will?

I have one of those eternal WIPs (more of an idea, really) of a Discworld/Quantum Leap crossover where Sam Beckett Leaps into Sam Vimes who's in the middle of an investigation, which would mean that 1) Sam B has to wrap his mind around the existence of magic and dwarves and trolls and Nobby Nobbs while Sam V and Al Calavicci stare at each other down (Spider-men-pointing-meme style in the end) going "if my guy/my people get(s) hurt by your shenanigans then so help me I will go SQUARE" (and quickly enough work together).

What are your writing strengths?

Dialogue, apparently? I've been told a few times over the years by readers that they could "hear" the characters speak in their heads, which is the greatest compliment 💜 (especially since English is not my first language, so I'm always worried about things not sounding right!)

What are your writing weaknesses?

Actual plots, especially ones with a bit of complexity in them 😅 I'm the first to admit 80% of my fics are one-shot character exploration (with conflict - internal and external - being resolved via dialogue and/or communication). Also finishing things on time, GOD.

Thoughts on writing dialogue in another language for a fic?

Heh. I'm French and when I write for Hogan's Heroes I often write a French character who canonically (though rarely, gotta respect the ratio) says things in French sometimes. Of course I'll include some! But I always make sure 1) to include a translation/explanation in the notes (AO3 is really great for footnotes) and 2) that it doesn't really require a translation to understand the situation/stakes. I tend to go back and forth on the use of italics for foreign language words.

Now, if I don't know the language as well as I do French (and, more importantly, if the PoV character who hears it speaks that language), I just clarify in the "s/he said", like

"You gotta be kidding me," muttered Bob in [insert language here].

Works in English too, of course, especially if you're having a multi-language environment in your fic.

First fandom you wrote for?

I was gonna say "Harry Potter", because that's the first fandom I wrote for (and published) after discovering fanfiction (the first fics I read were for Starsky & Hutch), BUT. I guess I should answer Titanic?? On account of how I kinda wrote a self-insert in high school (when the film came out) in which an imaginary inventor uncle build a time machine and my sister and I did some time tourism (obviously money wasn't an issue), thinking "oh we'll just go home on April 14th". I was a soppy 16 years old otherwise 0% interested in romance, so I had my stand-in recently lost her boyfriend (very tragically) and Fabrizio (Jack's Italian friend) be her gently manic pixie dream boy (and, of course, die). In retrospect I might have given my 14 year old sister the best part as the snarky no-nonsense little sibling. I tragically lacked self-awareness and poured my entire heart into it. Thank goodness I had no idea you could put out stories on the internet and that my best friend at the time (the only other human being who read this story) was kind and just as obsessed with the movie as I was ^^'

(I should point out that I wrote it with pencil on loose paper gathered in a binder I lost long ago. Such is life.)

Favorite fic you've ever written?

You can't just - I - oh come on! I can't choose between my babies!! No but seriously, I actually can't choose, sorry :D

[doctorqueue]

Masterpost :]!!!

Name: Queue/Que

Age: Young adult

Pronouns: She/her

Other: 🦋♾️ [Audhd’er my friends 😎]

Hi! My names Doctorqueue, but y’all can call me Que or Queue! I’m an illustrator (not professionally LOL), and have been drawing fanart pretty much my entire life. I have ocs too but I’m not sure if I’ll post them here or not~.

My most recent special interest has been Rottmnt/TMNT! (Go to Insta for The Bad Batch stuff :3). I have few au’s I’ve come up with, can’t promise I’ll make stuff for all of them I’ve set up tags n stuff for the one I’m most confident I’ll continue :).

My stuff:

#my art

#coloured - any of my art with colour

#my wips - I have a strong track record of abandoning these so beware lol 

#full render - my art that is fully lined and shaded 

#queueocs - my ocs eheh

#my refs - references, guides and tutorials I’ve made

#not charas nor turtles - all art that includes/is not things that aren’t my ocs or tmnt

#my other - not art stuff or references, can be of anything

#my fan fanart - Fanart of other people’s aus/designs/fanfictions/sonas/ocs etc

#Queue fanart - Any fanart people may make of any of my stuff! Whether it be aus, designs, sonas, ocs etc. (I don’t see it happening but if it does I won’t remember what I wanted the tag to be eheheh)

Au tag:

[Babysitters Turtle Club]

Main Tag: #TmntBSTCau

Fandom specific tags and more info about my au below cut!

Info about au!!

[Babysitters Turtle Club]

Summary: 

Takes place in the ‘87 Universe in 1997, 6yrs after the show is finished (may be inaccurate to canon! Haven’t finished ‘87 yet). Both the Rise boys and ‘12 Boys come from 2009 in their respective universes. The Rise and ‘12 Kids are together for about a week b4 they are found by the ‘87’ Turtles, that week actually being spent in the 2012 universe. Lil Donnie was nearly finished on a device to communicate with Rise Splinter, before he and the rest of the kids ended up in the 1987 world. ‘12 Splinter gets it to work and keeps in contact with Rise Splinter, they’re worried sick but seen as the Rise boys where sent straight to ‘12 Splinter they are hoping that something similar happened with both of their kids. I want them to not know what’s going on at first but I also don’t want this au to be too angsty, hence the Splinters being able to communicate pretty much straight away. 1 1/2 months in The Donnie’s have found a way to commincate with the other Splinters! though they can’t send the kids back until some science-y thing is stable, which will be in 2 months. The whole thing lasts about 3 1/2 months. I think the 2012 Kraang will be responsible, which is why little 12yr old Donnie could make a communication device to the rise universe so quickly but 1987 Donnie couldn’t.

Character info:

(1987 Boys)

‘Leonardo’ 26yrs old

‘Donatello’ 25yrs old (SLIGHTLY older)

‘Rapheal’ 25yrs old (SLIGHTLY younger)

‘Michelangelo’ 24yrs old

‘87 Brains&Brawn are twins in anything I draw them in btw

(2012 boys)

‘Leo’ 12yrs old (oldest)

‘Raph’ 12yrs old (second oldest)

‘Donnie’ 12yrs old (second youngest)

‘Mikey’ 12yrs old (youngest)

(Rise Boys)

‘Red’ 6yrs old

‘Blue’ 5yrs old

‘Purple’ 5yrs old

‘Orange’ 4yrs old

I thiiiink I’m leaning towards Leo being the older twin, but they wouldn’t find out until Donnie double checks their ages with ✨science✨ when they’re a little older. So it isn’t super relevant to this au.

Additional tags: #Papaphael (I have a soft spot for little Purple and Dad Rapheal, I’m p sure the ‘hc all ur fav characters as being autistic’ compulsion is def rubbing off on ‘87 Raph hsfsbjsbheb)

Fandom specific tags!!

#tmnt

#turtleverse

#turtle tots

#tmnt mm

#rottmnt

#tmnt 2019

#tmnt Bayverse

#tmnt 2k12 

#tmnt 2007

#tmnt 2003

#tmnt 1987

#rottmnt Apocalypse Future - All my Apocalypse timeline stuff 

Character tags

#leo

#mikey

#raph

#donnie

#Splinter

#April O’Neil

#Casey Jones

#Casey Jones Jr

#Cassandra Jones

#Irma

#Karai

#Lou Jitsu

#Hamato Yoshi

#Oroku Saki

#Big Mama

#Baron Draxum

#Senor Hueso

#Hueso Jr

#Shredder

#Krang

#Venus de milo

#Assistant - Big Mama’s assistant

#Mona Lisa

#Buffy Shellhammer

#Lotus Blossom

For me [scuffed reblog tagging system]

#03

#87

#12

#12 Future - Mutant Apocalypse timeline

#Mhem - Mutant Mayhem

#19 - Batman vs TMNT

#Bay - Bayverse

#07

#Fan Ver - A Character from a different Iteration applied to another that doesn’t canonically have them!

#Au

#Au Co - fan au crossover 

#Iter Co - official iteration crossover 

#Fan Iter - fan iteration 

#Future - Most future aus just go under this

#Pfuture - present future (F!turts in present timeline)

#Present

#Hooman

#Tots

#MScars - post-movie centered stuffs  

#Ndtorts - neurodivergent turtles, can just be psychoanalyzing stuffs it’s not actually only nd

#Save - would like to archive and see again 

#Nd - neurodivergent 

#MH - mental health 

#ref - reference for later

#reference - art/fandom references

#Fref - possible future references 

#Paint - paintings

#Ani - animations and animatics

#art - non-fandom art I like (may be fandom I’m not in)

#pro - speedpaints and art process stuff

Aesthetic n fashion stuff, based on my personal definitions/style mashups. except for decora that’s just itself completely.

#Strobe

#Warm

#Pastel

#Decora

#F Co - fandom crossover 

#Batch - TBB

#Ponies - MLP 

#Dragns - Httyd franchise

#Sek - Project Sekai

#Voca - Vocasynth (includes vocaloid)

#Spooders - Spiderverse

#Wars - Other Starwars (includes other Clones)

#StarB - Starbound

#Min - Minecraft

#Tribb - Star Trek

#Uber - Super4

#Leg - Lego

#Othr - anything else lol

[stewblog]

Killers of the Flower Moon

Barring unforeseen tragedy, Killers of the Flower Moon will likely not be director Martin Scorsese’s final film, but what a remarkable bit of punctuation it would be if it was.

It’s not uncommon for filmmakers to use their art as a way to criticize portions of society or to use it as a spotlight to bring awareness to historical injustices. What’s uncommon is for the criticism and that spotlight to be turned by the filmmaker onto themselves and that is precisely what Scorsese does with his latest work.

Killers of the Flower Moon is a difficult film to watch due to the harsh and unrelenting nature of the material, compounded by the extended runtime of nearly four hours. There is no levity in Killers of the Flower Moon. There is only the harsh, grim reality of what happened to dozens of members of the Osage Nation who were murdered by the white men who were enraged that Native Americans in Oklahoma had laid claim to spoils of the Earth (and the subsequent riches they afforded). There are no moments of humor or lightness or comfort here because there are none for these characters, in particular Mollie (Lily Gladstone).

Mollie is an Osage, and as such controls oil drilling rights and is heir to a large fortune. Like the rest of the Osage, she considers local cattle baron William “King” Hale (Robert De Niro) to be a genuine ally and friend to their people. She becomes even closer to King when she eventually marries his nephew, Ernest Burkhart (Leonardo DiCaprio), freshly free of fighting in World War I and aimless in life. Children and a doting husband are the only joys Mollie is afforded, though, as death surrounds her at nearly every turn. Her mother dies. Her sisters are systematically murdered, as are dozens of her fellow natives. Her life is one of near-constant grief made worse by a losing battle with diabetes.

Unbeknownst to her, however, is the fact that her people’s benefactor and her now-husband are conspiring behind her back to lie, kill and steal from her and her people. There is no respite for her. There is no respite for her people, wealthy though they may be. Money can buy comfort, but it cannot buy empathy or equality, especially when they are intentionally denied by those who hold true power.

This would make for a harsh story were it fiction. But the fact that Mollie Burkhart was a real person who endured real oppression and suffering makes Killers of the Flower Moon all the more harrowing. Most filmmakers would be content to present this story as a whodunnit, a ripping mystery to be unraveled, gripped with suspense from beginning to end. Scorsese goes the opposite route. It’s obvious, if not outright stated from the beginning who’s behind the murders and why. Scorsese isn’t interested in suspense. He’s not interested in entertainment. He’s interested in the brutal, harsh truth of who holds power and the uncaring lengths these men will go to in order to get and keep more of it.

Scorsese’s film shows a side of American history that many would care to forget or ignore, or in far too many cases work to otherwise obscure or erase. But history doesn’t care about your feelings, and neither does Martin Scorsese. He is very clearly interested only in communicating the facts of history. He’s interested in examining his own culpability in the way that his livelihood and passion as a filmmaker and artist has played a role in whitewashing history, diluting it so that it is palatable and entertaining for the masses, and not a means of reckoning with a bloody past that left countless dead and future generations suffering. This is a work made by a man furious that we, collectively (himself included), would prefer to pretend that a bloody history relegated to a few pages of a few textbooks can be translated into entertainment. It’s as honest a reckoning with one’s own choices and place as an artist as I have seen any filmmaker make in ages, possibly ever.

And while the film is incredibly heavy and perpetually serious, it is not bereft of elements to enjoy or admire. What struck me throughout from a production standpoint is how wonderfully palpable the film felt. In a cinematic landscape where so many sets are either heavily supplemented by or conjured whole cloth via digital effects, Scorsese’s commitment to keeping his actors and audience immediately in the moment via practical sets and props pays off with massive dividends here. It is vital that this story feel as real and tangible as possible in order to relay the intended message, and as such Killers of the Flower Moon feels as real and immediate as anything Scorsese has ever made.

The film also has a trio of superb performances carrying us through. DiCaprio gives what is perhaps his most understated work for Scorsese as Ernest, an impish lunkhead who seems capable of little more than poorly following the directives of his greedy uncle. I felt uncertain how well DiCaprio could pull off this role based on the trailers, but he truly absorbs the character and manages to find a certain complexity in this man who all too easily falls into destructive schemes. Robert De Niro meanwhile delivers the best work of this late chapter in his career, perfectly blending the facade of earnest gentility and support with a subdued, selfish evil bubbling beneath it.

It’s Lily Gladstone, however, who is the film’s MVP. Relegated often to acting while laying in bed or simply reacting to horrible news, Gladstone nevertheless communicates all the complexity, strength, intelligence and naivete of Mollie, often through little more than soft-spoken words and her eyes. It’s a remarkable feat of acting as good as anything Scorsese has ever put into one of his previous works.

I’m not sure I could ever say I enjoyed Killers of the Flower Moon, but I am thankful for it as an examination of American history, as the work of an artist being honest with themselves and their audience, and as a genuine work of cinema. It’s often uncomfortable film to watch, but that simply makes it all the more engaging and necessary.

[praxismatters]

THE EVENS ARTS PRIZE 2023

Exploring the critical imaginaries of AI The Evens Arts Prize 2023 is dedicated to artistic practices that challenge prevailing systems of knowledge and experiments new alliances between living beings and machines. 

The Jury is composed of Daniel Blanga Gubbay, Artistic Co-Director, Kunstenfestivaldesarts; Nicolas Bourriaud, Artistic Director, 15th Gwangju Biennale; Elena Filipovic, Director and Curator, Kunsthalle Basel; Matteo Pasquinelli, Associate Professor in Philosophy of Science, Ca’ Foscari University; Gosia Plysa, Director, Unsound. The Jury Chair is André Wilkens, Director, European Cultural Foundation. Artistic Director:  Anne Davidian, curator.

Focus of the Evens Arts Prize 2023 The widespread use of AI applications, particularly in the form of text-to-image generators and large language models, has sparked intense scrutiny and debate. These discussions, fueled by both excitement about their potential and concerns about their biases, bring to the forefront crucial questions about human subjectivity, autonomy, and agency.

Technical systems are deeply intertwined with social systems, shaping our lived experiences, aspirations, and politics. Together with artists, how can we better understand and address the impact of AI and the broader constellation of digital technologies and algorithmic politics? What new imaginaries and alliances can we cultivate between living beings and machines?

The new edition of the Evens Arts Prize seeks to highlight artistic projects that explore alternative cosmologies and epistemologies, question human exceptionalism, and shed light on issues such as surveillance, manipulation, extractivism, digital governance, justice, care, and responsibility in the age of machine intelligence. Of particular interest are practices that experiment with AI to challenge prevailing systems of knowledge and power asymmetries, mobilise technologies towards emancipatory community outcomes, and envision democratic futures.

The laureate is selected by an independent jury from a list of nominations put forward by representatives of major European cultural institutions.

The Nominators of the Evens Arts Prize 2023 Ramon Amaro, Senior Researcher in Digital Culture, Nieuwe Instituut, Rotterdam; Zdenka Badovinac, Director, Museum of Contemporary Art, Zagreb; Lars Bang Larsen, Head of Art & Research, Art Hub, Copenhagen; Leonardo Bigazzi, Curator, Foundation In Between Art Films, Rome; Mercedes Bunz, Professor Digital Culture & Humanities, King's College, London; Francesca Corona, Artistic Director, Festival d'Automne, Paris; Julia Eckhardt, Artistic Director, Q-02, Brussels; Silvia Fanti, Artistic Director, Live Arts Week /Xing, Bologna; iLiana Fokianaki, Founder, State of Concept, Athens; Cyrus Goberville, Head of Cultural Programming, Bourse de Commerce | Pinault Collection, Paris; Stefanie Hessler, Director, Swiss Institute, New York; Mathilde Henrot, Programmer, Locarno Film Festival; Nora N. Khan & Andrea Bellini, Artistic Directors, Biennale Image en Mouvement 2024, Geneva; Peter Kirn, Director, MusicMakers HackLab, CTM Festival, Berlin; Inga Lace, Curator, Latvian Centre for Contemporary Art, Riga; Andrea Lissoni, Director, Haus der Kunst, Munich; Frank Madlener, Director, IRCAM, Paris; Anna Manubens, Director, Hangar, Barcelona; Anne Hilde Neset, Director, Henie Onstad, Høvikodden; Nóra Ó Murchú, Artistic Director, transmediale, Berlin; Maria Ines Rodriguez, Director, Walter Leblanc Foundation, Brussels; Nadim Samman, Curator for the Digital Sphere, KW Institute for Contemporary Art, Berlin; Andras Siebold, Artistic Director, Kampnagel, Hamburg; Caspar Sonnen, Head of New Media, International Documentary Film Festival (IDFA), Amsterdam; Marlies Wirth, Curator for Digital Arts, MAK, Vienna; Ben Vickers, Curator, Publisher, CTO, Serpentine Galleries, London.

The Evens Arts Prize The Evens Arts Prize honours artists who engage with contemporary challenges in Europe and shape inspirational visions for our common world. Far from reducing artistic practice to a function – whether a social balm or a political catalyst – the Evens Arts Prize supports aesthetically and intellectually powerful work that pushes the understanding of alterity, difference, and plurality in new directions, questions values and narratives, creates space for silenced or dissonant voices, and reflects on diverse forms of togetherness and belonging.

The biennial Prize is awarded to a European artist working in the fields of visual or performing arts, including cinema, theater, dance, music; it carries a sum of €15,000. The laureates are selected by an independent jury, from a list of internationally acclaimed artists, nominated by representatives of major European cultural institutions.

The 2011, 2019 and 2021 editions were curated by Anne Davidian and celebrated Marlene Monteiro Freitas, Eszter Salamon, and Sven Augustijnen as laureates of the main prize, while Eliane Radigue and Andrea Büttner received the Special Mention of the Jury.

More about the Prize

📷 from Atlas of Anomalous AI, edited by Ben Vickers and K Allado-McDowell, Ignota Books, 2020

[allresearch]

Military Radars Market Report: Growth, Trends, and Forecast (2025–2033)

Military Radars Market Report: Growth, Trends, and Forecast (2025–2033)

Global Military Radars Market Overview

The global military radars market is rapidly evolving to meet the demands of modern defense systems. Valued at USD 16.74 billion in 2024, it is projected to grow significantly, reaching USD 28.05 billion by 2033. This represents a robust CAGR of 5.9% during the forecast period of 2025 to 2033.

Military radars play a vital role in defense applications, ranging from surveillance to weapon guidance. Key advancements and increased investments are driving market growth, offering vast opportunities for industry stakeholders.

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Key Drivers in the Military Radars Market

Rising Defense Expenditures Governments worldwide are increasing their defense budgets to address rising geopolitical tensions and security threats. Advanced radar systems are a priority for enhancing national defense capabilities.

Technological Advancements Innovations in radar technology, such as phased-array systems and multi-functionality radars, are revolutionizing military operations. These advancements enable improved target detection, tracking, and classification.

Demand for Air and Missile Defense Systems Increasing threats from unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and hypersonic missiles have surged the demand for cutting-edge air and missile defense radars.

Market Segmentation Analysis

By Platform

Ground-Based Radars Widely used for border security and missile defense systems, ground-based radars dominate the market.

Naval Radars Essential for maritime surveillance, these radars aid in detecting surface and underwater threats.

Airborne Radars Installed on military aircraft, they play a critical role in intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR).

Space-Based Radars Used for space situational awareness, these radars are gaining traction in satellite monitoring and defense against extraterrestrial threats.

By Applications

Air and Missile Defense Airborne threats necessitate advanced radar systems for early detection and interception.

Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) Military operations depend heavily on ISR radars for real-time situational awareness.

Navigation and Weapon Guidance These radars ensure precision targeting and enhance mission success rates.

Space Situational Awareness Increasing satellite launches and space debris have boosted the demand for radars that monitor space activities.

Other Applications These include search and rescue operations and weather monitoring for military purposes.

Market Segmentation: https://straitsresearch.com/report/military-radars-market/segmentation

Key Developments in the Military Radars Market

Technological Advancements

Development of AI-powered radars for enhanced automation and decision-making.

Implementation of 3D radar systems offering superior resolution and range.

Strategic Collaborations

Companies are entering partnerships to integrate advanced technologies into radar systems.

Military Modernization Programs

Nations are upgrading their radar systems to strengthen their defense forces.

Top Key Players in the Military Radars Market

The military radars market is highly competitive, with key players focusing on innovation and expansion. Prominent companies include:

Thales Group

Raytheon Technologies Corporation

BAE Systems PLC

Lockheed Martin Corporation

Northrop Grumman Corporation

Saab AB

Leonardo SpA

Airbus SE

FLIR Systems Inc.

Hensoldt AG

Israel Aerospace Industries

RTX Corporation

Hanwha Systems Co. Ltd.

These companies are investing in research and development to offer advanced radar solutions tailored to diverse defense needs.

Future Outlook and Opportunities

The military radars market is poised for substantial growth in the coming years. With increasing global tensions and technological advancements, the demand for sophisticated radar systems will continue to rise. Companies must focus on innovation and strategic partnerships to capture emerging opportunities.

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The Evolution of Art: A Journey Through Time and Creative Movements

The Roots of Art: Prehistoric Beginnings

Art, as we know it, began long before civilizations formed. The first expressions of creativity were carved into cave walls, dating back over 40,000 years. These early works, found in places like Lascaux, France, and Altamira, Spain, offer a glimpse into the lives of prehistoric people. They used essential tools and pigments to create images of animals, human figures, and handprints. These early artistic expressions were likely tied to ritualistic and communicative purposes, showcasing humanity’s innate desire to depict their environment and experiences visually.

The symbolic power of these early artworks cannot be overstated. They laid the foundation for all future forms of artistic expression, establishing art as a crucial element of human culture.

The Dawn of Civilization: Ancient Art

As civilizations emerged in Mesopotamia, Egypt, Greece, and Rome, so too did more structured forms of art. Art in these ancient cultures was often tied to religion, politics, and the expression of power. In ancient Egypt, art was used to glorify gods and pharaohs, with strict conventions regarding proportion and color.

In contrast, ancient Greek art celebrated the human form and emphasized balance, proportion, and beauty. Sculptures like the Venus de Milo and the Discobolus reflect the Greek obsession with idealism and the pursuit of physical perfection.

Roman art, heavily influenced by the Greeks, was more focused on realism and portraiture. Their art documented not just idealized figures but also everyday life, creating a more diverse representation of human experience. This period laid the groundwork for the Renaissance when classical ideals would resurface and inspire a new generation of artists.

The Middle Ages: Religious Devotion and Iconography

The fall of the Roman Empire marked the beginning of the Middle Ages, a time when art was primarily focused on religious themes. In Europe, Christian iconography dominated the artistic landscape. Churches and cathedrals were adorned with mosaics, frescoes, and stained glass depicting scenes from the Bible. Byzantine art, with its highly stylized figures and religious symbols, became prominent during this time.

Art during the Middle Ages was not about realism or human experience but about conveying religious messages and glorifying God. Gold leaf, intricate details, and grand scale were used to inspire awe and devotion. While some critics might label this period as creatively stagnant, it was a time of great innovation in religious art and architectural design, especially with the rise of Gothic cathedrals like Notre Dame de Paris.

The Renaissance: A Rebirth of Classical Ideals

The Renaissance, beginning in Italy in the 14th century, marked a return to classical ideals of beauty, proportion, and realism. Artists like Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, and Raphael revolutionized art by combining technical skill with deep philosophical inquiry. The invention of linear perspective allowed artists to create more realistic and three-dimensional images.

This period also saw the rise of secular themes in art. While religion was still a significant focus, Renaissance artists began to explore mythology, nature, and human emotion more deeply. Leonardo’s Mona Lisa and Michelangelo’s David exemplify this new approach, blending technical mastery with an exploration of the human condition.

The Renaissance was a period of intellectual and artistic flourishing that left a lasting impact on the world of art. It set the stage for future movements that would challenge established norms even further.

The Baroque and Rococo Periods: Drama and Excess

Following the Renaissance, the Baroque period emerged in the 17th century. It was characterized by its dramatic use of light, movement, and emotional intensity. Artists like Caravaggio and Bernini mastered chiaroscuro (the contrast of light and dark) to create tension and drama in their works. Baroque art was often superb, reflecting the power and authority of the church and the monarchy.

In contrast, the Rococo period, which followed in the 18th century, was light, whimsical, and ornate. Rococo art was associated with the French aristocracy and often depicted scenes of leisure and love. Artists like Jean-Honoré Fragonard and François Boucher embraced playful themes and pastel colors, creating a sense of escapism in their work.

While Baroque and Rococo art differed in tone, both periods emphasized emotional depth and the power of visual storytelling.

Modern Art: Breaking Boundaries

The 19th and 20th centuries witnessed an explosion of artistic movements, each challenging the conventions of the past. Romanticism, Realism, Impressionism, and Post-Impressionism were just a few of the movements that emerged during this time. Artists began to experiment with color, form, and technique, moving away from the strict rules of representation that had dominated art for centuries.

Impressionists like Claude Monet and Pierre-Auguste Renoir captured fleeting moments in time using loose brushstrokes and vibrant color palettes, focusing on light and atmosphere rather than precise detail. Post-Impressionists like Vincent van Gogh and Paul Cézanne took these ideas further, emphasizing emotional expression and abstraction.

By the time the 20th century arrived, the art world was ripe for revolution. Movements like Cubism, led by Pablo Picasso, and Surrealism, championed by Salvador Dalí, shattered traditional notions of perspective and reality. The constraints of realism no longer bound artists; instead, they sought to express inner truths and subconscious ideas.

Contemporary Art: The Freedom of Expression

In the contemporary era, art has become a reflection of the diverse and complex world in which we live. With the rise of digital media, installation art, and conceptual art, artists today have more tools and platforms than ever before to explore new ideas.

Contemporary art often engages with political, social, and environmental issues, challenging viewers to think critically about the world around them. Artists like Ai Weiwei, Banksy, and Yayoi Kusama use their work to make bold statements about society, identity, and human rights.

The boundaries of what constitutes art have expanded, allowing for greater experimentation and innovation. From virtual reality to interactive installations, the future of art promises to be as dynamic and transformative as its past.

The Ever-Evolving Nature of Art

Art has always been a reflection of its time, evolving with cultural, religious, and intellectual shifts. From the cave paintings of early humans to the digital masterpieces of today, art has the power to inspire, provoke, and connect us across time and space. As we look to the future, the journey of artistic expression continues, shaped by the ever-changing world around us.

[edisonblog]

May 18th. Celebrating International Museum Day: Guardians of History and Beacons of the Future

Museums around the world play a vital role in preserving cultural heritage, educating communities and promoting diversity and inclusion.

They preserve artifacts, works of art and documents that chronicle the evolution of humanity. By conserving objects ranging from ancient fossils to contemporary works of art, museums allow us to understand and appreciate the historical journey that has brought us to the present.

We can admire Leonardo da Vinci's paintings, understand the lives of the Egyptian pharaohs, explore the culture of the indigenous people of the Amazon or learn about the technological innovations that transformed the world. Each exhibition offers us a window into the past, allowing us to reflect on our cultural origins and evolutions.

They offer educational programs for all ages, from activities for children to specialized courses for academics. School visits to museums encourage curiosity and learning, awakening in children a love of knowledge and discovery.

Museums are also vital research centers. Conservators, historians and scientists work tirelessly to study and preserve collections, discovering new information that expands our understanding of the world.

They offer a space where different cultures and histories can be explored and celebrated. Exhibitions that highlight the art and history of marginalized communities help promote understanding and mutual respect.

Many museums are striving to be more inclusive and accessible, offering exhibitions and programs adapted for people with disabilities, as well as providing information in multiple languages. They are becoming spaces where all voices can be heard and celebrated, contributing to a more just and equitable society.

In the digital age, museums are embracing technology to make their collections more accessible to global audiences. Virtual tours, online exhibitions and interactive apps allow people from anywhere in the world to explore the wonders that museums have to offer. These innovations not only expand the reach of museums, but also provide new ways of engagement and learning.

When we visit a museum, whether physically or virtually, we participate in a legacy of discovery and preservation that is essential to the growth of humanity. May we continue to support and value museums, recognizing their irreplaceable role in our society.

#edisonmariotti @edisonblog

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18 de maio. Celebrando o Dia Internacional dos Museus: Guardiões da História e Faróis do Futuro

Os museus, espalhados pelo mundo, desempenham um papel vital na preservação da herança cultural, na educação das comunidades e na promoção da diversidade e da inclusão.

Eles preservam artefatos, obras de arte e documentos que narram a evolução da humanidade. Ao conservar objetos que vão desde fósseis antigos até obras de arte contemporâneas, os museus nos permitem compreender e apreciar o percurso histórico que nos trouxe até o presente.

Podemos admirar as pinturas de Leonardo da Vinci, entender a vida dos faraós egípcios, explorar a cultura dos indígenas da Amazônia ou conhecer as inovações tecnológicas que transformaram o mundo. Cada exposição nos oferece uma janela para o passado, permitindo que reflitamos sobre nossas origens e evoluções culturais.

Eles oferecem programas educativos para todas as idades, desde atividades para crianças até cursos especializados para acadêmicos. As visitas escolares aos museus incentivam a curiosidade e a aprendizagem, despertando nas crianças um amor pelo conhecimento e pela descoberta.

Os museus também são centros de pesquisa vital. Conservadores, historiadores e cientistas trabalham incessantemente para estudar e preservar as coleções, descobrindo novas informações que ampliam nosso entendimento sobre o mundo.

Eles oferecem um espaço onde diferentes culturas e histórias podem ser exploradas e celebradas. Exposições que destacam a arte e a história de comunidades marginalizadas ajudam a promover a compreensão e o respeito mútuo.

Muitos museus estão se esforçando para ser mais inclusivos e acessíveis, oferecendo exposições e programas adaptados para pessoas com deficiência, além de proporcionar informações em várias línguas. Eles estão se transformando em espaços onde todas as vozes podem ser ouvidas e celebradas, contribuindo para uma sociedade mais justa e equitativa.

Na era digital, os museus estão abraçando a tecnologia para tornar suas coleções mais acessíveis ao público global. Visitas virtuais, exposições online e aplicativos interativos permitem que pessoas de qualquer lugar do mundo explorem as maravilhas que os museus têm a oferecer. Essas inovações não apenas ampliam o alcance dos museus, mas também proporcionam novas formas de engajamento e aprendizagem.

Ao visitar um museu, seja fisicamente ou virtualmente, participamos de um legado de descoberta e preservação que é essencial para o crescimento da humanidade. Que continuemos a apoiar e valorizar os museus, reconhecendo seu papel insubstituível em nossa sociedade.

[my-weird-news]

🔥 Shocking: Celebs' R-Rated Debuts! You Won't Believe Who's #1!

Hollywood's R-Rated Adventures: Celebs Gone Wild on the Silver Screen! Ah, Hollywood, the place where dreams come true... and where even the sweetest stars occasionally dabble in a little cinematic debauchery! 🎬 It's no shocker these days when a celeb stars in an R-rated flick – it's like spotting a pigeon in the city: they're practically everywhere. But let's hop in the time machine, way back to the late '60s, when the Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA), now the MPA, was like, "Hey, we need to rate these things!" And thus, films started wearing their rating labels with pride, like badges of honor. But oh, the scandal! 🙊 Back then, pint-sized future superstars were innocently popping up in movies even their teddy bears wouldn't be allowed to watch. The kid actors were like, "Mom, I've got my first role!" and Mom was like, "Oh, that's nice, dear. Wait, you're doing WHAT in the movie?" 😲 Leonardo DiCaprio: Remember when Leo was a fresh-faced youngster, before he became the master of raising one eyebrow and winning Oscars? Well, his initiation into the R-rated world was "This Boy's Life" in '93. Yep, even before Titanic, he was navigating his way through R-rated waters. And look who was there to greet him? None other than Robert De Niro, probably asking, "You talkin' to me?" Kerri Washington: Kerri didn't tiptoe into the world of R-rated films – she dove right in with "Our Song" in 2000. It's like she skipped the kiddie pool and cannonballed into the deep end. The film was set in Brooklyn and was all about teenagers' lives intertwining. It wasn't exactly a critical darling, but hey, it got her foot in the door for bigger things, like "Save the Last Dance." Natalie Portman: Natalie, oh Natalie, you truly were a "Professional" – at just 11 years old! In "Leon: The Professional," she played Matilda, a girl orphaned by a family tragedy. This was a character who could hold her own against hitmen – and at that age, most of us were still figuring out how to tie our shoelaces without falling over. Elisabeth Moss: Ah, Elisabeth Moss, our beloved Peggy Olson from "Mad Men." But before she was slinging ad pitches, she was sleuthing around in "Separate Lives" at the tender age of 12. The film was a mystery about multiple personalities, which sounds like a super advanced game of hide and seek. Jennifer Lopez: J.Lo, the ultimate triple-threat – dancer, actress, and pop star. Who could've predicted her trajectory from "Fly Girl" to R-rated film queen? Her R-rated debut, "My Family" in '95, had her journeying across the border with a child. Talk about multitasking – from Fly Girl to Super Mom! Amy Adams: Now, Amy Adams didn't exactly kickstart her career with an R-rated escapade, but she did have a saucy detour. Remember "Cruel Intentions 2," that direct-to-video gem? Yep, Amy was right there, stepping into Sarah Michelle Gellar's shoes. But hey, it's all part of the Hollywood shuffle, right? Selena Gomez: Our Disney darling decided it was time to break the mold. So, she left the sunshine and rainbows behind and hopped into the world of "Spring Breakers." Selena was ready to show that she's more than just a sweet princess – she's a serious actor, y'all. 💪 Zac Efron: Ah, Zac Efron – the heartthrob who went from Disney prince to R-rated hunk. "The Paperboy" was his ticket to the R-rated club, where he teamed up with none other than Matthew McConaughey. And guess what? Love bloomed in the sultry Southern air. It's like a rom-com, but with more legal drama. Jennifer Lawrence: Before she was catching fire as Katniss, JLaw was dealing cards in "The Poker House." But don't worry, it wasn't a movie about poker strategy – it was Lori Petty's autobiographical story. And yes, she's been collecting Oscars ever since. Jodie Foster: Way back when she was just 12 years old, Jodie Foster hopped into a taxi... driver. In "Taxi Driver," she played a young prostitute. And guess what? Her sister even stepped in for those "explicit scenes." Sisterly love, right? Amy Poehler: Who knew that the queen of comedy, Amy Poehler, had her first R-rated adventure in "Wet Hot American Summer"? Alongside Paul Rudd and Elizabeth Banks, they were all basically unknowns at the time. Look how far they've come since then! Alexander Skarsgård: Before he was conquering TV screens with his Viking charm, Alexander Skarsgård graced the R-rated world in "Zoolander." He played a male model named Meekus, and guess what? He even kept his real Swedish accent. Authenticity, folks! Michael Fassbender: Long before he was bending metal as Magneto, Michael Fassbender was flexing his acting muscles in "300." He played Stelios, a brave warrior in the Battle of Thermopylae. It's like a history lesson with more six-packs. Ryan Gosling: Oh, Ryan, you smooth operator. "The Believer" was your R-rated initiation, and boy, did you dive in headfirst. Playing a Jewish Nazi, you went full method – shaved head, weight gain, and all. Now that's commitment to a role! Carey Mulligan: While we often remember Carey for her Oscar-nominated performance in "An Education," she also dipped her toes in the R-rated pool with "Public Enemies." A versatile star from the get-go! Scarlett Johansson: In 1995, Scarlett popped onto the R-rated scene in "Just Cause." A serial killer thriller with Sean Connery and Ed Harris? Well, that's one way to start building a diverse filmography. Viola Davis: Viola Davis didn't just tiptoe into the R-rated world – she strutted right in with "Out of Sight" in '96. The film did wonders for her career, proving that sometimes, taking a walk on the wild side pays off big time. Anne Hathaway: From princess to provocateur, Anne Hathaway broke free from her good-girl image with "Havoc" in 2005. Nude scenes and lewd situations? Anne, you were really getting... ahem, "Havoc"-y. Vanessa Hudgens: Before she was a Disney sensation, Vanessa had a teeny, tiny R-rated cameo in "Thirteen" in 2003. Just a little taste of what was to come! Abigail Breslin: Abigail Breslin didn't waste any time – at just seven or eight years old, she starred in "Keane" in 2004. Sundance loved it,# Hollywood's R-Rated Adventures: Celebs Gone Wild on the Silver Screen! Ah, Hollywood, the place where dreams come true... and where even the sweetest stars occasionally dabble in a little cinematic debauchery! 🎬 It's no shocker these days when a celeb stars in an R-rated flick – it's like spotting a pigeon in the city: they're practically everywhere. But let's hop in the time machine, way back to the late '60s, when the Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA), now the MPA, was like, "Hey, we need to rate these things!" And thus, films started wearing their rating labels with pride, like badges of honor. But oh, the scandal! 🙊 Back then, pint-sized future superstars were innocently popping up in movies even their teddy bears wouldn't be allowed to watch. The kid actors were like, "Mom, I've got my first role!" and Mom was like, "Oh, that's nice, dear. Wait, you're doing WHAT in the movie?" 😲 Leonardo DiCaprio: Remember when Leo was a fresh-faced youngster, before he became the master of raising one eyebrow and winning Oscars? Well, his initiation into the R-rated world was "This Boy's Life" in '93. Yep, even before Titanic, he was navigating his way through R-rated waters. And look who was there to greet him? None other than Robert De Niro, probably asking, "You talkin' to me?" Kerri Washington: Kerri didn't tiptoe into the world of R-rated films – she dove right in with "Our Song" in 2000. It's like she skipped the kiddie pool and cannonballed into the deep end. The film was set in Brooklyn and was all about teenagers' lives intertwining. It wasn't exactly a critical darling, but hey, it got her foot in the door for bigger things, like "Save the Last Dance." Natalie Portman: Natalie, oh Natalie, you truly were a "Professional" – at just 11 years old! In "Leon: The Professional," she played Matilda, a girl orphaned by a family tragedy. This was a character who could hold her own against hitmen – and at that age, most of us were still figuring out how to tie our shoelaces without falling over. Elisabeth Moss: Ah, Elisabeth Moss, our beloved Peggy Olson from "Mad Men." But before she was slinging ad pitches, she was sleuthing around in "Separate Lives" at the tender age of 12. The film was a mystery about multiple personalities, which sounds like a super advanced game of hide and seek. Jennifer Lopez: J.Lo, the ultimate triple-threat – dancer, actress, and pop star. Who could've predicted her trajectory from "Fly Girl" to R-rated film queen? Her R-rated debut, "My Family" in '95, had her journeying across the border with a child. Talk about multitasking – from Fly Girl to Super Mom! Amy Adams: Now, Amy Adams didn't exactly kickstart her career with an R-rated escapade, but she did have a saucy detour. Remember "Cruel Intentions 2," that direct-to-video gem? Yep, Amy was right there, stepping into Sarah Michelle Gellar's shoes. But hey, it's all part of the Hollywood shuffle, right? Selena Gomez: Our Disney darling decided it was time to break the mold. So, she left the sunshine and rainbows behind and hopped into the world of "Spring Breakers." Selena was ready to show that she's more than just a sweet princess – she's a serious actor, y'all. 💪 Zac Efron: Ah, Zac Efron – the heartthrob who went from Disney prince to R-rated hunk. "The Paperboy" was his ticket to the R-rated club, where he teamed up with none other than Matthew McConaughey. And guess what? Love bloomed in the sultry Southern air. It's like a rom-com, but with more legal drama. Jennifer Lawrence: Before she was catching fire as Katniss, JLaw was dealing cards in "The Poker House." But don't worry, it wasn't a movie about poker strategy – it was Lori Petty's autobiographical story. And yes, she's been collecting Oscars ever since. Jodie Foster: Way back when she was just 12 years old, Jodie Foster hopped into a taxi... driver. In "Taxi Driver," she played a young prostitute. And guess what? Her sister even stepped in for those "explicit scenes." Sisterly love, right? Amy Poehler: Who knew that the queen of comedy, Amy Poehler, had her first R-rated adventure in "Wet Hot American Summer"? Alongside Paul Rudd and Elizabeth Banks, they were all basically unknowns at the time. Look how far they've come since then! Alexander Skarsgård: Before he was conquering TV screens with his Viking charm, Alexander Skarsgård graced the R-rated world in "Zoolander." He played a male model named Meekus, and guess what? He even kept his real Swedish accent. Authenticity, folks! Michael Fassbender: Long before he was bending metal as Magneto, Michael Fassbender was flexing his acting muscles in "300." He played Stelios, a brave warrior in the Battle of Thermopylae. It's like a history lesson with more six-packs. Ryan Gosling: Oh, Ryan, you smooth operator. "The Believer" was your R-rated initiation, and boy, did you dive in headfirst. Playing a Jewish Nazi, you went full method – shaved head, weight gain, and all. Now that's commitment to a role! Carey Mulligan: While we often remember Carey for her Oscar-nominated performance in "An Education," she also dipped her toes in the R-rated pool with "Public Enemies." A versatile star from the get-go! Scarlett Johansson: In 1995, Scarlett popped onto the R-rated scene in "Just Cause." A serial killer thriller with Sean Connery and Ed Harris? Well, that's one way to start building a diverse filmography. Viola Davis: Viola Davis didn't just tiptoe into the R-rated world – she strutted right in with "Out of Sight" in '96. The film did wonders for her career, proving that sometimes, taking a walk on the wild side pays off big time. Anne Hathaway: From princess to provocateur, Anne Hathaway broke free from her good-girl image with "Havoc" in 2005. Nude scenes and lewd situations? Anne, you were really getting... ahem, "Havoc"-y. Vanessa Hudgens: Before she was a Disney sensation, Vanessa had a teeny, tiny R-rated cameo in "Thirteen" in 2003. Just a little taste of what was to come! Abigail Breslin: Abigail Breslin didn't waste any time – at just seven or eight years old, she starred in "Keane" in 2004. Sundance loved it, Read the full article

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Explore the past while learning the ins and outs of wine tasting with the help of This Day in Wine History.

The art, science, and culture of wine appreciation are all included in its illustrious history, which spans millennia and the whole range of human sensory experience. Wine tasting has progressed from primitive rituals to the art of the sommelier, allowing connoisseurs to appreciate the subtleties and differences between vintages. Explore the interesting historical roots, practices, and rites of wine tasting that have formed modern wine appreciation with This Day in Wine History.

Ancient Egypt, Greece, and Rome all used wine in their rituals, feasts, and daily lives, so it stands to reason that they were also the birthplaces of wine tasting. Wine was a sign of social standing and economic success in these ancient cultures. Wine was evaluated based on sensory qualities such colour, fragrance, and flavour throughout the tasting process.

Monastic communities retained the tradition of wine tasting throughout the Middle Ages, when monks carefully tended vines and produced wine for religious rites. These monks honed their taste skills and laid the groundwork for future generations of winemakers and enthusiasts by becoming increasingly attuned to the nuances of wine.

Wine appreciation as a discipline first developed during the Renaissance. Famous authors like Michel de Montaigne and Leonardo da Vinci both penned lengthy works extolling the virtues of wine and the sensual delights it provides. Wine's properties and the relationship between wine and the human senses became the focus of philosophical and scholarly inquiry.

Wine tasting became increasingly scientific and analytical in the 18th and 19th centuries. The Bordeaux Wine Official Classification of 1855, for example, constituted a watershed moment in wine appraisal by establishing standardised methods for grading and categorising wine quality. In order to determine the best wines, experts and tasting panels were entrusted with comparing and ranking them.

The early 20th century saw the rise of wine academies and certified sommeliers, both of which helped to elevate the quality of wine tasting to new heights. Certification as a wine expert requires extensive study and passing of exams developed by groups like the Court of Master Sommeliers and the Institute of Masters of Wine. These courses not only focused on the senses involved in wine tasting, but also on learning about the many wine-growing areas, grape varietals, and production methods.

More and more people in recent decades have been interested in wine, making wine tasting a more accessible hobby. Many individuals now make it a point to attend wine tastings and courses as a fun way to broaden their knowledge of wine and how it pairs with food.

The modern wine tasting process is highly methodical and uses all of the senses. Wine's colour, purity, and intensity may all be used to infer its age and grape variety through a careful visual inspection. Swirling the wine in the glass and inhaling the fragrances allows a trained nose to pick out nuances like fruit, floral, and spice. The next step is tasting, which entails taking a small taste of the wine, letting it cover the palate, and analysing the alcohol content, fruitiness, acidity, tannins, and overall harmony.

There is a standard method used by professionals to evaluate wines called the "Wine Tasting Grid" or "Wine Tasting Wheel." This method assesses wine based on its overall presentation as well as its scent, aroma strength, complexity, body, and finish. Using a defined set of criteria, tasters may evaluate wines scientifically and convey their findings clearly.

The purpose of a wine tasting should not be limited to only gauging the wine's quality; it should also be to forge a more personal bond with the beverage. This is a chance to learn about the history, terroir, and handiwork that went into each bottle. The history of wine tasting  is a sensory experience that helps us to appreciate the complexity of this beverage and the rich history it represents.

The age-old custom of sampling wine is honoured on This Day in Wine History. We hope you'll join us on a journey of the senses as we follow in the footsteps of wine lovers past through our comprehensive tastings, informative events, and knowledgeable staff. Come with us as we sample the fascinating world of wine, where each glass has a new narrative and new discoveries await. A toast to the refined skill of wine tasting!

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Bom dia!

Por: Fred Borges

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Pensar,Fazer e Ser é disruptivo e fascinante!

Baseado em parte integrante de uma entrevista cedida por Steve Jobs ( SJ) em 1990.

Entrevistador: "O equilíbrio entre pensar e fazer. Quero dizer, uma das coisas nos semicondutores era que você tinha pessoas que arriscam.

Bob Noyce aprende a voar de asa delta aos 40 anos.

Essas pessoas gostam de arriscar o traseiro.

Qual a importância disso nos primeiros dias? Quero dizer, estamos voltando para 1975.

SJ:

Bem, novamente depois de ver ... toda a minha vida foi passada apenas em uma indústria que é esta. E, mas estou nisso há cerca de quinze anos e já vi muitas pessoas fazerem muitas coisas.

Eu vi muitas pessoas falharem em muitas coisas.

E meu ponto de vista sobre isso, ou minha observação, é que os que fazem são os principais pensadores.

As pessoas que realmente criam as coisas que mudam esta indústria são tanto o pensador quanto o executor em uma pessoa.

E se realmente voltarmos e examinarmos, você sabe, Leonardo tinha um cara ao lado que estava pensando cinco anos no futuro o que ele pintaria ou a tecnologia que usaria para pintá-lo, claro que não.

Leonardo era o artista, mas também misturava todas as suas próprias tintas.

Ele também era um químico razoavelmente bom.

Ele sabia sobre pigmentos, sabia sobre anatomia humana.

E combinar todas essas habilidades, a arte e a ciência, o pensar e o fazer, foi o que resultou no resultado excepcional.

E não há diferença em nossa indústria.

As pessoas que realmente fizeram as contribuições foram os pensadores e os realizadores.

E quando você - muitas pessoas, é claro, é muito fácil levar o crédito pelo pensamento.

O fazer é mais concreto.

Mas alguém, é muito fácil dizer que pensei nisso três anos atrás.

Mas geralmente quando você se aprofunda um pouco mais, descobre que as pessoas que realmente fizeram isso também foram as pessoas que realmente trabalharam com os difíceis problemas intelectuais também."

Texto original:

The balance between thinking and doing. I mean one of the things in the semiconductors was you had risktakers. Bob Noyce learns to hang- glide at age 40. These people like laying their butts on the line. How important was that in the early days? I mean we’re going back to ’75.

SJ:

Well again after seeing… my entire life has been spent only in one industry which is this one. And but I’ve been in it now for about fifteen years and I’ve seen a lot of people make a lot of things. I’ve seen a lot of people fail a lot of things. And my point of view on this, or my observation is that the doers are the major thinkers. The people that really create the things that change this industry are both the thinker and doer in one person. And if we really go back and we examine, you know did Leonardo have a guy off to the side that was thinking five years out in the future what he would paint or the technology he would use to paint it, of course not. Leonardo was the artist but he also mixed all his own paints. He also was a fairly good chemist. He knew about pigments, knew about human anatomy. And combing all of those skills together, the art and the science, the thinking and the doing, was what resulted in the exceptional result. And there is no difference in our industry. The people that have really made the contributions have been the thinkers and the doers.

And when you – a lot of people of course, it’s very easy to take credit for the thinking. The doing is more concrete. But somebody, it’s very easy to say I thought of this three years ago. But usually when you dig a little deeper, you find that the people that really did it were also the people that really worked through the hard intellectual problems as well.

Quando Steve Jobs cedeu está entrevista ele pontuou que não deve haver divisão entre os que pensam e os que fazem.

Pessoas realizadoras pensam e fazem ao mesmo tempo, pois habilidades e competências devem estar fundidas e integradas pela inteligência.

Não há como separar dados, informações, conhecimentos e a inteligência competitiva.

Não há como obter competitividade sem unir as vantagens comparativas e competitivas, pois não haverá estrutura sem estratégia e vice-versa.

Há uma mania dos seres humanos dividirem, estratificarem, separarem, identificarem, catalogarem, as coisas, num processo de separação entre partes cuja sincronia, sistemática, processos, produtos e pessoas estarão sempre em harmonia, o que podemos chamar de homeostase dinâmica, esta sinergia e visão e atuação sistêmica das coisas e pessoas permite enxergar o quanto estamos distantes dos conceitos e práticas metafísicas, o que faz com que percamos a essência de nossas existências, a integração entre arte e ciências, entre o material e o metafísico.

Este rotulação do ponto de vista didático é muitas vezes necessária para compreender a ordem das coisas e dos fenômenos, ou a fenomenologia de um ato.

Compreender por exemplo a inovação, o processo criativo, envolve uma educação que envolva a transdisciplinaridade ou seja ir além das matérias, para saber maximizá- las e optimilizá-las da melhor maneira possível para unir a arte a ciência, não perdendo a essência da sobrevivência de uma e da outra.

Ou seja artes e ciências são e devem ser compatíveis no processo de criação, criatividade, inovação, agregação de soluções para e pela sociedade, em pró , por exemplo, da cura do câncer, das patologias psico- psíquico e comportamentais para se antecipar, planejar, se organizar em torno de uma sociedade com o mínimo de previsibilidade.

Lhe dar com ciência é lhe dar com a previsibilidade, caso contrário não é e nem nunca será ciencia, mas o mero experimento químico, biológico, social e filosófico do pensar e agir.

Somos o que pensamos e fazemos.

Virtuosamente nos dá inteligência a capacidade de analisar e criticar o objeto e sujeito, protagonista e princípio ativo da fórmula ou da formulação matemática e estatística do simples ato de viver!

Como dizia SJ:

“Quando crescemos dizem que o mundo é do jeito que é, que você só deve viver sua vida dentro do mundo e tentar não se debater demais contra as paredes.

Mas essa vida é muito limitada.

A vida pode ser muito mais ampla depois que você descobre um simples fato:

Tudo a sua volta, que você chama de vida, foi feito por pessoas não mais inteligentes que você.

E você pode mudar isso. Pode influenciar. Pode construir suas próprias coisas, que outros podem usar.

É algo para afastar essa noção errônea de que você só vai viver a vida em vez de abraçá-la.

Mude-a. melhore-a. deixe sua marca nela.

E quando aprender isso… você nunca mais será o mesmo.”

Nunca serás o mesmo nenhum dia de sua vida, pois a inteligência foi colocada no homem para mudar sua realidade, sem conformismo, a conformidade é escalável, por esta razão somos levados a sermos repetidores, repassadores de produtos ideologias, doutrinas e religiões, o drama é humano, chorar e sorrir ao mesmo tempo é humano, doença e cura, metástase e sofrimento, adversidades, diversidades e oportunidades estão aí, carpe dien, para não se conformar, sem conformidade, aceitar a deformidade, o erro, mas continuar perseguindo a excelência.

Jobs decidiu que queria fazer uma aventura pela Índia e mergulhar no estudo do Zen Budismo.

Essa abertura para uma nova experiência – e imersão na Índia – levou Jobs a um dos lemas mais reconhecidos dos produtos Apple, que é manter as coisas simples.

O que parece ter tornado Jobs único foi seu notável foco, combinados com a criatividade proporcionada por um intelecto acima da média e uma abertura ao novo extremamente alta.

Não há amor sem dor! Não há conquista sem luta!Não há perfeição sem cicatrizes, orgulhe-se de suas feridas, dores, dissabores, decepções, inimigos, afinal sempre haverá a Apple e a face oculta da Bad Apple!

Keep It Simple!

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some sketches🫶🏽

f!leo makes me very sad i just want him to hav an easy life godamit

yes i think leo calls him rapha only when he's trying to be more gentle and open with him🥹

the de-aged au is definitely not a new concept but it is one that i want more of so

i try not to think abt cass and casey too much lest i become depressed🥲but i just know she tried her best to be a good mom even amidst an apocalypse