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This is my symbolic and abstract collage filled with overlapping themes, blending elements of ancient mysticism, philosophy, visual storytelling, and conceptual systems thinking.

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This work is part of my series "Morphomata", a collection that explores the morphing and juxtaposition of diverse ideas and styles into intricate and meditative thought-forms. Each composition blends hand-drawn sketches, asemic writing, and AI-generated shapes, reflecting my fascination with the interplay between human intuition and machine creativity. Every element, whether meticulously crafted or algorithmically conceived, contributes to a tapestry of interconnected concepts and meanings.

The "Morphomata" series blurs the boundaries between the abstract and the figurative, offering meditative imagery that invites viewers to explore multiple interpretations. The interconnected elements encourage a non-linear engagement with the work, allowing each viewer to uncover unique pathways and narratives within the piece.

Through this fusion of techniques, I aim to examine the tension between structure and unpredictability, control and spontaneity, ancient ideas and modern expressions. The interplay between systems thinking, design, and magic aligns with ancient and modern contemplations of order versus chaos and the interconnectedness of all things.

The resulting pieces are greater than the sum of their parts—reflections of interconnected systems and the fluidity of perception. They are both visual inquiries and contemplative spaces, encouraging a dialogue between the viewer and the work, where meaning evolves with every glance.

The uploaded image is a highly symbolic and abstract collage filled with overlapping themes, blending elements of ancient mysticism, philosophy, visual storytelling, and conceptual systems thinking. Below is an analysis of the visual and thematic aspects of the image:

1. Themes and Concepts:

   - Charisma and Spirituality: The word "CHARISMA" at the center, along with references to "The Eye of Ra" and the spiritual and physical planes, evokes ancient mystical and esoteric concepts, suggesting an exploration of influence, presence, and metaphysics.

   - Fragile, Robust, Anti-Fragile Systems: This tripartite model visually explains how systems evolve, contrasting fragility (Damocles), robustness (stability), and anti-fragility (adaptation and growth through stress, represented by the Hydra).

   - Intersection of Advertising and Magic: The Venn diagram linking advertising with magic may hint at the role of manipulation and enchantment in influencing perception and behavior.

   - Art and Design Origins: The graph connecting "Where Art comes from" and "Where Design comes from" suggests a cyclical process of inspiration and intentional creation, emphasizing transformative moments ("BOOM").

2. Symbolism:

   - Unicorn and Wheel: The unicorn atop a wheel signifies purity and imagination juxtaposed with cyclical movement and time.

   - Eye of Ra and Human Observation: References to the spiritual and physical planes imply the duality of perception—one mystical and the other empirical.

   - Animals (Rhino, Bee, Hydra): The hybrid rhino-fly and detailed bee connect nature's elegance with scientific curiosity. The Hydra represents resilience and adaptability, as mythological creatures often symbolize qualities transcending human limitations.

   - Past, Present, Future Dynamics: The looping figure-eight diagrams evoke the concept of eternal return or the cyclical nature of time and memory.

   - Text and Geometry: Mathematical notations, intersecting lines, and shapes serve as a visual language for abstract principles, blending scientific reasoning with artistic intuition.

3. Visual Style:

   - Doodle-Like Drawings: The hand-drawn, seemingly improvisational style creates a sense of playfulness, making complex ideas approachable while evoking the feeling of brainstorming or note-taking in real time.

   - Balance of Complexity and Minimalism: Despite its dense symbology, the use of monochrome ink ensures visual cohesion, and the varying levels of detail (e.g., the intricate bee versus abstract human forms) guide the viewer's attention.

   - Layered Narrative: The interconnected elements encourage exploration of the image in a non-linear fashion, inviting viewers to form their own interpretations.

4. Ancient Mysteries Connection:

   - Esoteric References: The Eye of Ra and references to observation on spiritual and physical planes connect to Egyptian mythology and metaphysical traditions that view sight as a source of creation and transformation.

   - Philosophical Undertones: The interplay between systems thinking, design, and magic aligns with ancient and modern contemplations of order versus chaos and the interconnectedness of all things.

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Experimentation with Perception

I was in my flat, and the incessant sound of someone drilling holes in the walls was driving me nuts. I realized that the only way to change the situation was to change my attitude towards it. I decided to imagine that the noise didn't bother me. The longer I concentrated on this feeling, the better the results. Initially, I noticed that the noise's sound quality changed—it became lower and muffled. I started to feel more distant from the noise until I caught myself thinking that it no longer bothered me.

I spent a good 10 minutes lying still on my couch, absorbing this new experience of the drill. Then, I wondered if I could change my perception again and actually derive pleasure from the previously annoying sound. I began to visualize how the vibrations of the drill created multiple DMT molecular structures in my brain, how it pleasantly relaxed my body, and how happily I now reacted to the vibes. I started to thoroughly enjoy the drill's noise, which by then sounded like a groovy DJ mix.

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Some creative ways to incorporate sigils into your daily life:

Draw sigils with water on surfaces before cleaning them, imbuing your cleaning routine with intention.

Carve or paint sigils on candles before burning them.

Draw sigils invisibly using water, salt water, or herbal water on surfaces.

Paint sigils under layers of paint on walls or doors.

Visualize sigils while focusing on their purpose during meditation.

Apply sigils as temporary tattoos or body art for personal intentions.

Incorporate sigils into cooking and baking:

Draw sigils in oil on pans before cooking

Visualize sigils while preparing food

Stamp sigils into cookies or pie crusts

Use sigils in crafting projects like altar cloths, jewelry, or ritual items.

Draw sigils into hot drinks while stirring them.

Create verbal sigils by rearranging letters from your intention into a chant-like phrase.

Develop movement-based sigils using hand gestures, dance, or yoga poses.

Make a sigil rubber stamp to easily apply it to various surfaces.

Embroider sigils onto clothing or accessories.

Use sigils as phone or computer wallpapers.

Incorporate sigils into your journaling or planner layouts.

Create sigil art pieces to display in your home or workspace.

Draw sigils in the steam on mirrors after showers.

These methods allow you to subtly and creatively integrate sigil magic into various aspects of your daily life, making it a more intuitive and personal practice.

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Ink, rose petals and ash on paper with a digitally painted layer over the photograph.

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random doodles and a clay object on paper

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The Egyptian soul bird, known as the Ba, is often associated with the number five. This is because the ancient Egyptians believed that a person had five parts to their soul: Ren (name), Ka (spiritual essence), Ib (heart), Ba (personality), and Sheut (shadow)1.

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transformations of 4 sigils into 5 variations (plants and reptiles + 1 bird)

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“If there is magic on this planet, it is contained in water.” 

Loren Eisele

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digital marks over painting on canvas

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Inside a tent next to a lake in Northern Germany

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The four primary stages of alchemy:

1. **Nigredo (Blackening)**: This is the first stage, associated with decay, dissolution, or decomposition. It represents the breaking down of the base materials, symbolizing death, chaos, or the "dark night of the soul" in personal transformation. The material or the self must be purified and stripped of its impurities.

2. **Albedo (Whitening)**: In this second stage, purification occurs. The chaos and corruption of the Nigredo are cleansed, leading to clarity and enlightenment. It is associated with the uncovering of truth, spiritual awakening, and inner purification.

3. **Citrinitas (Yellowing)**: The third stage, sometimes omitted in certain traditions, represents spiritualization and the dawning of wisdom. It is associated with the solar or golden light of realization, where the material and spiritual realms start to unify.

4. **Rubedo (Reddening)**: This final stage signifies completion, transformation, and perfection. In this phase, the alchemist achieves the "Philosopher’s Stone," the symbol of immortality or enlightenment. It is the culmination of the process, bringing about harmony and the unification of opposites.

These stages also represent the psychological or spiritual processes of inner transformation, symbolized by the changing of the alchemical matter.

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