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Wayne Edson Bryan

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Experimenting... trying to pare down/simplify while retaining what I consider intrinsic to my work. There's a lot of subtle stuff going on.

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Exploring the Timeless Charm: A Journey into Vintage and Retro Items

In a fast-paced world dominated by cutting-edge technology and ever-changing trends, there is a growing appreciation for the past. Vintage and retro items hold a special allure, transporting us to a time when craftsmanship and uniqueness were highly valued. In this blog post, we embark on a delightful journey to explore the timeless charm of vintage and retro items and the joy they bring to our lives.

The Allure of Vintage: Vintage items hold a distinct appeal that transcends time. Whether it's a carefully preserved piece of clothing, a classic vinyl record, or an antique piece of furniture, vintage items offer a glimpse into the past. They evoke nostalgia and create a sense of connection with earlier eras, reminding us of simpler times and the artistry that went into creating everyday objects.

Unveiling the Retro Revolution: Retro items, on the other hand, embrace the styles and aesthetics of a bygone era and bring them into the present. From fashion to home decor, retro items capture the essence of a specific period, infusing a touch of nostalgia into our modern lives. Think bold colors, geometric patterns, and sleek designs that pay homage to the past while adding a fresh twist.

The Hunt for Hidden Treasures: One of the most exciting aspects of delving into vintage and retro items is the thrill of the hunt. Exploring flea markets, thrift stores, and online platforms dedicated to vintage finds can unearth hidden treasures. From rare collectibles to unique statement pieces, each discovery carries a story and holds the promise of becoming a cherished possession.

The Sustainable Appeal: Vintage and retro items also offer a sustainable alternative to the disposable culture prevalent today. By embracing pre-loved goods, we reduce waste and give new life to items that might otherwise end up in landfills. Investing in quality vintage pieces ensures longevity and supports the principles of slow fashion and conscious consumerism.

Incorporating Vintage and Retro into Everyday Life: Integrating vintage and retro items into our daily lives allows us to express our individuality and add character to our surroundings. From fashion choices that mix old and new to home decor that blends vintage finds with contemporary design, the possibilities are endless. By infusing our personal style with elements from the past, we create a unique aesthetic that stands out in a world dominated by mass-produced goods.

Preserving the Past for Future Generations: Beyond their immediate appeal, vintage and retro items hold historical significance. They provide a tangible link to our cultural heritage, allowing us to appreciate the craftsmanship and design sensibilities of past generations. By preserving and caring for these treasures, we pass down a legacy that future generations can cherish and learn from.

Conclusion: Vintage and retro items transport us on a captivating journey through time, enabling us to appreciate the craftsmanship, aesthetics, and stories behind each piece. Whether it's the allure of vintage or the revival of retro, embracing these items brings joy, sustainability, and a deeper connection to our roots. So, let us celebrate the timeless charm of vintage and retro items and embark on our own adventure of discovery and appreciation.

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The 1981 Revolution That Changed Everything!

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The Absurdity of Victoria: 4th Generational Warfare

There's this book called Victoria: 4th Generational Warfare and the initial name sounds really appealing at first glance. It's a glimpse into the madness of a man who didn't like to be proved wrong and hated how the world changed.

The "novel" - it really does not deserve to be called that - was written by William S. Lind. If you watched Lazerpig, you would completely understand. Now for the uninitiated, the author was part of a military movement known as the Reformists.

So to give a bit of background, when the Vietnam War had come to a close, the US military wanted to learn what it did wrong and what it could do to improve and develop its combat capabilities in the future. This is where the Reformists came into that picture and what they wanted was to sorta look to the past and try to emulate some of the tactics of the Vietcong or refuse to adopt more modern expensive technology for the "rugged" technology - this is a key detail that gets brought up throughout the novel. We do see their influence with stuff like the LAV for the US Marine Corps or their talking points surrounding the positives of the A-10 Warthog and the negatives of the F-35.

Everything would change when the 1st Gulf War happened. Main battle tanks wiping the floor with the Iraqis at 73 Easting or the Coalition Air Forces performing SEAD - Suppression of Enemy Air Defense. The Reformists didn't want these examples to be taken to heart but the proven effectiveness of the tactics and the successful application of modern technology had settled in the minds of contemporary generals. This meant that the entire philosophy of a low-tech approach to warfare proposed by the Reformists had been discredited and their reaction to this moment in history had made most of them go off the deep end.

Yeah, they went on a massive binge of coping with reality proving them wrong. This should really set the tone of what this book is about... among other issues that have not aged well.

So our first scene begins with the protagonist burning a woman at the stake. Her crime? There's no such thing as a female priest.

Welcome to Hell, ladies and gentlemen, where even the Devil would hold your hand to protect you from this nonsense.

Now I won't summarize the entire book in a single post because we could be here all day. If you want to take a look but also don't want to spend a penny on absolute trash, there are a couple of Let's Reads on the xenoforum of SpaceBattles. There, you can get some entertaining reactions from the posters there with a few gems of my own.

So, where would you like me to begin with the nonsense? Let's start with the author's hatred for modern technology and boy does it show up here. There's a concept in the book, "Retroculture" meaning that anything after the 1960s is invalid and not worthy of true civilization both technologically and socially. So picture that level in the original Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2 where the Russians invaded the United States. If Lind was in charge of America's defense, he would try to issue out M1 Garands with iron sights and World War Two flak jackets to the infantry to face off against kevlar-wearing Russian paratroopers with assault rifles and modern optics. Then declare that the average American infantry would win because the Russians were a bunch of pussies for relying on modern technological advances.

This even applies to vehicle warfare on land, sea, and air.

Federal troops have Bradley IFVs? Deploy the T-34s with the shitty gun sights.

Pirates on fast-moving boats with machine guns and RPGs? Send in the torpedo boats of the 1870s.

Multirole fighters with anti-air heat-seeking missiles and autocannons? Bring out the airships of World War One.

Hell, the author has gotten to the point where he treats video games as morally horrible as drugs. The novel has a moment where you have hidden alleyways where shady-looking gentlemen in cloaks are trying to sell you hard copies of God of War 3 or Fallout New Vegas because the fun police think it's unChristian.

Do not get me started on the tactics and strategies.

It really comes down to Lind trying to peddle his Reformist nonsense. Even if you might find some form of meaning in supporting his points, he's incredibly selective about it. He will look at the Taliban's efforts in Afghanistan or the Toyota War and shake his head screaming, "They don't count!" because they're not white Anglo-Saxon protestant Americans.

The book has its moments where the characters emphasize light infantry to such a degree that they are practically the mainline fighting force because Lind doesn't want them to be bogged down by dragging helicopters and artillery. He forces the protagonist to relinquish the skies because he truly believes that air support is stupid. Yet, it has a funny opportunity that any air transports have to be escorted in friendly airspace because those "Muslim terrorists" have Ace Combat/Project Wingman pilots who can perform air operations deep in hostile territory. Shame that he doesn't realize the flaw in that part of the story. To go even further, the protagonist has to invade feminist California from New England and the most optimal choice is to go full Oregon Trail with authorial fiat despite the state's military having one of the best air forces in the region of Warlord America.

Then there are the action scenes. They're so god-fucking-awful to read through. I've put more effort into my fanfiction involving Frozen and Metro 2033. The reason he doesn't have good combat scenes is that he needs more room to make statements like how African-Americans have a natural affinity to agriculture thanks to their racial upbringing or women having a purpose in the kitchen unless they want to be shipped as an Arabian sex slave to break their independent thinking. It's also not helped when there's the inspiring "assistance" of the Russians and the Chinese because he would rather sell out parts of the United States to foreign authoritarianism than let it live with its "Marxist culture" within the borders.

I suppose I shouldn't be surprised by a man who slept through briefings and has a massive distrust of the officer corps of all the branches.

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Return to Retro Future World - 1950s Sci-Fi - An AI Short Film Return to Retro Future World is a sequel to my original Retro Future World film and takes us back to the science fiction world of 1950's retrofuturism, where people from the past imagined what the future would be like. It offers a nostalgic yet futuristic vision of the 1950's and a glimpse at a future that sadly never happened. This second film in the series features more AI-generated scenes of that timeless retrofuturism blend of 1950's charm and futuristic technology. Each scene is a tribute to the era's optimistic outlook on the future. I hope you enjoy my latest attempt, using AI, to bring yesterday’s dreams of tomorrow to life. Watch the original Retro Future World film here: https://youtu.be/xZR1uCU5PH4 Watch all of my AI films so far: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCKXypfVPQPGzmkj_fkx4xQGjVXr0eQx1 Join this channel for exclusive films, content and more: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_knOKT-9zW7RGTQTjGhSBw/join #RetroFuturism #1950sFuture #AIFilm #RetroCulture #FuturisticVision #AIArt #NostalgicShortFilm #1950sSciFi #AIInFilm via YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S0Yck0zkbAY

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No Longer There by Retro Culture. Keep the sick tunes coming.

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Michelle Williams issa Hot Spice

Michelle Williams issa Hot Spice

Styled by: @stylistjbolin Photographer: @cyndiibee_ Designer: @dayabyzendaya Hair: @nakiarachon Makeup: @kymmyizabeauty Bralette: shopjbolin.com The ex Destiny Child band member (Tenitra Michelle Williams) has been nothing classy and fashionable in recent photographs. The  American recording artist, record producer, songwriter, and actress was born July 23, 1980 . Williams rose to fame in the…

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Retro futurist heart-ache with the sweetest of synths. The composition that Melbourne’s Retro Culture has crafted with Watching TV is as cool as a dip in the Barents Sea--the intensity of the vocals are a perfect backdrop for the punchy beat glistered soundscape. HAVE at it above!

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