Mads Peitersen brings us something outside the realm of standard form and function. What if your own prized gadgets housed human(ish) anatomical structures?
Now place your ear close to your computer and check for a heart beat…
Tag: geek
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Japanese artist Iori Tomita creates stunning aquatic specimens.
As an undergraduate student majoring in fisheries, Tomita learned the process of creating transparent specimens by means of dissolving the creature’s natural proteins (in order to get a better look at intricate bone structures). The process of rendering the anatomy translucent and injecting dye can take four to six months.
Here were have the architecture of nature and the artistry of man, beautifully paired…
In my opinion these specimens would be a wonderful educational tool as well.
See more here.
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I do not follow any form of organized religion. However, science often leaves me humbled, awestruck and downright ecstatic. Musing about how all things are materially and energetically interconnected in the vast scheme of the universe brings me a kind of meditative peace there is no real word for (as the following video aptly points out).
Science and spirituality are one and the same to me, so I find the separation of these matters baffling. I am in what I gather to be a minority: those who worship reality and find “soul” in harmonious complexities of nature and properties of energy.
This video does a nice job of presenting my case (yes, it is 15 minutes long, but I highly recommend it to all with an interest in the wonders of science).
We are so very small and insignificant. Yet, with the incomprehensible particles, patterns and occurrences in the universe…simply existing at this place in time is miraculous.
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I just realized that I haven’t posted about The Science Tarot yet, despite the fact that I could barely contain my joy upon learning of them.
Science Tarot is a creative science communication project that combines science, art and mythology into a tarot deck to engage and awaken people’s curiosity about science and the natural world.
I can get positively lost in any ONE of those subjects for hours on end (until I once again realize I’ve just geeked away another afternoon or evening).
I feel particularly lucky to enjoy this deck as someone who has already studied the tarot as an artistic representation of human archetypes for quite sometime. I will never cease to be fascinated by the symbols, images and systems we construct as we try to navigate and contextualize our experience on this planet.
Science may be rigid and precise, but let me remind you:
“Science without enchantment is nothing.”
–Richard Axel
The introduction of scientific anecdotes into an already awe-inspiring tome of human myth and artistic expression does not surface nearly enough, in my opinion. I can’t wait to see how this particular group of artists portrays these fascinating relationships.
I better not make any plans when my deck arrives in the mail.
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Lest I appear biased in my geekery (I’m not shy about my penchant for art, science, medicine and various types of intriguing media), I want to balance the equation…pun intended, I suppose…with a little something for the math lovers.
Now you can have a mathematical theorem named after yourself or your favorite people at TheoryMine.
Right now there is a basic certificate, but more elaborate gift packages are coming soon.
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The holidays are upon us…so I’m cleaning out a folder of bookmarks labeled (I’m not kidding) “STUFF.” This folder contains objects I think are fun, but can’t really justify buying for myself because they’re not exactly necessary.
Who knows? Maybe this will help someone’s gift selections…
Computer Code Briefcase, for the quirky geek in your life:
The Torture Device Coloring Book, for the morbidly inclined artist:
The Astro Mitt. Okay, this is awesome:
Trying very hard not to spend $17 on this A Christmas Story Ornament (come on…triple dog dare me not to!):
And bandages!:
Or for comic book fans:
Nintendo Keychain Set, for the retro game lover:
Robot Key Toppers. Great for differentiating between your keys.
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I’m not sure if it’s actually possible to be “in love” with a quilt…enamored, perhaps? Smitten? Totally bloody awestruck?
Jimmy McBride’s intergalactic quilts rank among the most innovative beautifully constructed craft pieces I’ve seen.
I happen to explore astronomy photographs quite often (and always have an astronomy image as my computer wallpaper), so it was an added bonus to see images I know and love rendered in gorgeous bedding.
The details are stunning…
This is a geek’s dream! Or rather, something under which geeks may dream.
See more here
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This fictional museum has a very elusive online presence. I saw one image from the lot, and figured I would find a plethora of articles, photos and information. After all, The Museum of Unnatural History is a sensational concept.
I could only find this site, which does not even list authors or contact info. I’m intrigued. I want more.
The collection boasts one of the finest arrays of fictional charts, specimens, and products I’ve cast my eyes on.
For my dear cynics and nihilists:
The simple re-branding of everyday objects is genius.
This one makes my geek senses tingle with delight:
Why are there no links to buy these products?
I highly recommend the rest of the collection.
[EDIT] Because I have such awesome readers, there is now more info in the comments. Here is an article about the brick and mortar store. Scan the comments for a series of links about the purpose and history, courtesy of Rich. Thanks, guys!
This place has officially been added to my “destinations” list!
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Oops…this was in my draft folder for quite a while. What a great concept for hardcore NES fans and old school gamers. Brilliantly executed design!
Happy 25th birthday, Nintendo!
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