Re: [-empyre-] the unknowable, technology and Aquarius

2021-03-17 Thread Rithika Merchant 
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Hi everyone,
Thank you for the introduction, Renate. It's been lovely reading
through the discussions.

My work recently has centered around the concept of Holistic visions
of the universe and the deep and universal experiences of all beings.
So when Arshiya approached me to be part of The Dawn of Aquarius, it
was quite fitting.

I like to think of the planet as a being, where Geology is the force
within. Astronomy is the force without. Hydrology is the vital force.
Humans are the fire - the element, which when you add it to any of the
other three, changes its state.

Humans are the consciousness of our solar system and becuase of that
we have always and will continue to look to the sky for answers in an
effort to understand our own origins. Astrology is an extension of
this desire where we try to find patterns in what we observe. In many
ways it's us trying to make sense of the data we have collected
through our observations and also ties into myth making where again we
try to make sense of phenomena around us.

One way to connect humans and nature is to look for analogy and
relationships, be it in shapes, purpose, and power. For humans to
master nature and their destiny we create concepts and objects that
will provide or hold power. Now that we live in a time of perceived
prosperity we can look back and distill the meanings from stories we
have told and created.

Looking forward to continuing the discussion.

More from me soon,
Rithika
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Re: [-empyre-] the unknowable, technology and Aquarius

2021-03-17 Thread arshiya lokhandwala 
--empyre- soft-skinned space--Some great questions in regards to astronomy and astrology! I concur with
Renate's suggestion: "Aquarius gives us cause to embrace lore, legend,
myth, the unknowable inspired by logic, science, and invention,” Astrology
is a pseudo science and as per se and Indian or Vedic astrology engages the
Sidereal methodology that is connected to constellations, while western
astrology alludes to the 30 degrees path of the sun which manifests as a
zodiac sign. Through Aquarius I wanted to unpack various streams of thought
as well delve into the collective unconscious resting on intuitive that
include tarot, séances and Ayahuasca as well… yes trying to engage the
creative mind space and stay opened. I wondered if Rithika might like to
add to this discussion and perhaps share her interest in the psychic and
tarot and how they play out in your work?





On Fri, Mar 12, 2021 at 12:02 AM Renate Ferro  wrote:

> --empyre- soft-skinned space--
> Dear Kat and all,
> What a wonderful story, "The Fog Horn," by Ray Bradbury.
> Here is a link that I found online.
> http://www.grammarpunk.com/lit/gp/THE_FOG_HORN.pdf
>
> Kat you wrote:
>  Looking backward, it's easy to feel patronizing toward the
> mysteries of past generations, assuming we've chased away the shrouds of
> myth and lore with logic, science and invention. But I'm happy to be
> reminded of what's unknowable. In my recent work, I've been making
> solar-powered messages to be worn on the body. It's the beginning of a
> series of pieces that will be self-sufficient in their power needs, and an
> opportunity to think about making technologies/traces/signs that might be
> received by an unknowable audience.
>
> Astrology for me opens up cultural questions that I am assuming might be
> misinformed. Would love to hear what Arshiya or others think about this and
> perhaps there is a researcher out there that would chime in?   Could there
> be a significant difference between the understanding of the astrology and
> the signs of the zodiac in the western part of the hemisphere where the
> horoscopes and the like are posted in popular culture sources that always
> emphasize the individual? In India and eastern cultures astrology appears
> to me to lend itself for a pathway to sense the world in a more global
> sense, less individualistic.
>
> Kat perhaps Aquarius gives us cause to embrace lore, legend, myth, the
> unknowable inspired by logic, science and invention.  Your incredible piece
> uses technology to make the link between.  Technology becomes like Aquarius
> a way to make connections. Would love to know your thoughts? 
> Weary today after a very long few days of teaching.
> Best. Renate
>
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Re: [-empyre-] the unknowable, technology and Aquarius

2021-03-15 Thread arshiya lokhandwala 
--empyre- soft-skinned space--Thanks, Kat for the feedback. As suggested by Renate I will be unpacking my
ideas for the exhibition on Friday. Although the age of Aquarius is a
western construct, within the Indian context astronomy and astrology sit
side by side. Excited to unpack this,  and much more regards these
intersections.
thanks,
Arshiya



On Mon, Mar 15, 2021 at 9:30 AM Renate Ferro  wrote:

> --empyre- soft-skinned space--
> Kat wrote 
> I agree with youthat it's also the byproduct of a western framework to
> imagine a hard linebetween the ideologies that governs these practices. I'd
> also be curious to hear Arshiya's thoughts on how astrology fits into
> intersections of science, future thinking, and liminal spaces. I just had a
> look at the lovely show 
> 
>
> Just to clarify to all the exhibition at Lakeeren Gallery in Mumbai via
> the internet was curated by Arshiya.  Our collaboration involved the
> thinking behind the discussion and the event on this coming Friday.  Here
> is the information for all three.  Thanks Kat.  Renate
>
> Mini-Conference: The Dawn of Aquarius:  Art, Intuition and Technology
> ZOOM LINK TO REGISTER:
>
> https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUqdemsrzspH9Qs924AZuHFNHHXudUcSdaA
>
> March 19th, 9:30 am (EST) 8:00 pm (IST)
> Sponsored by -empyre- soft-skinned space
> https://empyre.library.cornell.edu
> and the Tinker Factory, Cornell University www.tinkerfactory.net
>
> ZOOM EVENT:  March 19th, 9:30 am (EST) 8:00 pm (IST)
> Companion Exhibition curated by Arshiya Lokhandwala
> The Dawn of Aquarius:  A New Beginning www.lakeeren.com
>
> Companion Discussion on -empyre- soft skinned space,
> The Dawn of Aquarius:  Art, Intuition and Technology
> https://empyre.library.cornell.edu to join follow the “join” link
> in the menu
>
>
> Renate Ferro
> Visiting Associate Professor
> Director of Undergraduate Studies
> Department of Art
> Tjaden Hall 306
> rfe...@cornell.edu
>
>
>
> On 3/14/21, 10:25 PM, "empyre-boun...@lists.artdesign.unsw.edu.au on
> behalf of Kathleen McDermott"  on behalf of katmariemcderm...@gmail.com> wrote:
>
> -
>
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Re: [-empyre-] the unknowable, technology and Aquarius

2021-03-14 Thread Renate Ferro 
--empyre- soft-skinned space--
Kat wrote 
I agree with youthat it's also the byproduct of a western framework to imagine 
a hard linebetween the ideologies that governs these practices. I'd also be 
curious to hear Arshiya's thoughts on how astrology fits into intersections of 
science, future thinking, and liminal spaces. I just had a look at the lovely 
show  


Just to clarify to all the exhibition at Lakeeren Gallery in Mumbai via the 
internet was curated by Arshiya.  Our collaboration involved the thinking 
behind the discussion and the event on this coming Friday.  Here is the 
information for all three.  Thanks Kat.  Renate

Mini-Conference: The Dawn of Aquarius:  Art, Intuition and Technology
ZOOM LINK TO REGISTER:  
https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUqdemsrzspH9Qs924AZuHFNHHXudUcSdaA

March 19th, 9:30 am (EST) 8:00 pm (IST)
Sponsored by -empyre- soft-skinned space https://empyre.library.cornell.edu
and the Tinker Factory, Cornell University www.tinkerfactory.net

ZOOM EVENT:  March 19th, 9:30 am (EST) 8:00 pm (IST)
Companion Exhibition curated by Arshiya Lokhandwala
The Dawn of Aquarius:  A New Beginning www.lakeeren.com

Companion Discussion on -empyre- soft skinned space, 
The Dawn of Aquarius:  Art, Intuition and Technology
https://empyre.library.cornell.edu to join follow the “join” link in 
the menu


Renate Ferro
Visiting Associate Professor
Director of Undergraduate Studies
Department of Art
Tjaden Hall 306
rfe...@cornell.edu
 
 

On 3/14/21, 10:25 PM, "empyre-boun...@lists.artdesign.unsw.edu.au on behalf of 
Kathleen McDermott"  wrote:

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Re: [-empyre-] the unknowable, technology and Aquarius

2021-03-14 Thread Kathleen McDermott 
--empyre- soft-skinned space--Thanks Renate, reading what've you said, "Aquarius gives us cause to
embrace lore, legend, myth, the unknowable inspired by logic, science and
invention," I'm made aware of the potential contradictions in this
position. In some ways it sounds like a tightrope walk for artists to have
a foot in both spaces (technology, science, new media), as well as this
other space of the unknowable, but then again liminal spaces, between
binaries, are often productive spaces for artists; and I agree with you
that it's also the byproduct of a western framework to imagine a hard line
between the ideologies that governs these practices. I'd also be curious to
hear Arshiya's thoughts on how astrology fits into intersections of
science, future thinking, and liminal spaces. I just had a look at the lovely
show  you've curated and
there are so many works that speak to complexity of positionality––like the
gouache and ink drawings by Rithika Merchant
.

Take care, Kat

On Thu, Mar 11, 2021 at 1:32 PM Renate Ferro  wrote:

> --empyre- soft-skinned space--
> Dear Kat and all,
> What a wonderful story, "The Fog Horn," by Ray Bradbury.
> Here is a link that I found online.
> http://www.grammarpunk.com/lit/gp/THE_FOG_HORN.pdf
>
> Kat you wrote:
>  Looking backward, it's easy to feel patronizing toward the
> mysteries of past generations, assuming we've chased away the shrouds of
> myth and lore with logic, science and invention. But I'm happy to be
> reminded of what's unknowable. In my recent work, I've been making
> solar-powered messages to be worn on the body. It's the beginning of a
> series of pieces that will be self-sufficient in their power needs, and an
> opportunity to think about making technologies/traces/signs that might be
> received by an unknowable audience.
>
> Astrology for me opens up cultural questions that I am assuming might be
> misinformed. Would love to hear what Arshiya or others think about this and
> perhaps there is a researcher out there that would chime in?   Could there
> be a significant difference between the understanding of the astrology and
> the signs of the zodiac in the western part of the hemisphere where the
> horoscopes and the like are posted in popular culture sources that always
> emphasize the individual? In India and eastern cultures astrology appears
> to me to lend itself for a pathway to sense the world in a more global
> sense, less individualistic.
>
> Kat perhaps Aquarius gives us cause to embrace lore, legend, myth, the
> unknowable inspired by logic, science and invention.  Your incredible piece
> uses technology to make the link between.  Technology becomes like Aquarius
> a way to make connections. Would love to know your thoughts? 
> Weary today after a very long few days of teaching.
> Best. Renate
>
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