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Love this old tree near Zeal Monachorum (love that name too) Devon. With a recent close bereavement it made me feel very wistful. But looking up at the stars I always have a sense that while entropy is eternal and universal so is rebirth and eventually new life. May we all find contentment within our mortal nature.
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"Atmosphère chromoplastique no. 235" (1970) by Luis Tomasello.
Stedelijk Museum Schiedam, Schiedam, The Netherlands.
A Revenant agent of death charged with hunting down his own murderer, the serial killer known as the Specter.
After going on a year of no actual content I'm happy to say I'm back. Started back with something relatively simple, also known as my Self-MOC. He comes with a few bonus features this time, like a scarf, peacock tail, and oversized bat ears.
Special thanks to EMMsixteenA4, Ventum, and Zach for helping me pull the final touches together. Check them out if you haven't.
Entropy - (thermodynamics) a thermodynamic quantity representing the amount of energy in a system that is no longer available for doing mechanical work; "entropy increases as matter and energy in the universe degrade to an ultimate state of inert uniformity"
The Sterling Engine showcases thermodynamic elegance, converting heat into mechanical work through cyclic compression and expansion of gas. It operates at high efficiency with minimal entropy production compared to combustion engines. By harnessing temperature differentials, it reveals how energy flow and entropy interplay, emphasizing sustainability in closed-system energy transfer.
A small cup with hot water, an engine on top, and a small ice pack to create a temperature differential since I didn’t have the AC and it was in the 80s; increase the speed.
Note: You can reverse the temperature differential by adding ice to the bottom of the cup and placing a cotton ball soaked in warm water on top. This setup inverts the usual heat flow—demonstrating reversed thermal gradients. When heat is concentrated at the bottom, the wheel spins counterclockwise; when cold is at the bottom, the wheel spins clockwise.
Europe, The Netherlands, Zuid Holland, Rotterdam, Betuwelijn, Catenary, Transmission tower (slightly cut from B&T)
The catenary infrastructure of the Betuwelijn. It is a 160 km freight-only rail line that connects the Maasvlakte (Rotterdam) with the Dutch-German border. It uses 25 kV voltage.
Behind it is a Tennet traditional trellised national grid high-voltage tower. It carries 380 kV powerlines.
Shot with the Canon 60 D & EF-S 55-250 IS ii combination.
This is numer 1565 of Minimailsm / explicit Graphism and 302 of Zwart/Wit.
Germany, Baden-Wurttenberg, Sinsheim Technik museum Sinsheim Iljuschin 14-P, Concorde (slightly cut from B&T)
The outside space of the Sinsheim Museum is packed with planes. It is challenging but rewarding for graphically inclined photographers. In the foreground is the Iljuschin 14-P (‘the Soviet Dakota’), in the BG is the Concorde (production number 11, approx number of flight hours 22.000), and left is the Canadair CL-215 (used by the French Sécurité Civile). The first two are also in the Speyer-Sinsheim album.
This is number 21 of Aeronautical Graphisms and 20 of Speyer-Sinsheim album.
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My attempt here was to conjure themes of mortality, ritual, and transcendence through its curated symbolism and dramatic lighting. The crucifix and rosary evoke spiritual devotion, while the skull crowned with a melting candle suggests the passage of time and inevitable decay. The thurible introduces a liturgical element, hinting at purification or the presence of the divine. its presence adds a potent layer of symbolism. The priest’s collar encircling the crucifix visually binds institutional faith to personal sacrifice. It’s not just a garment; it’s a signifier of clerical authority, devotion, and spiritual duty. By wrapping it around the crucifix, the composition suggests a merging of human vocation with divine suffering—perhaps even a commentary on the burden of spiritual leadership or the tension between dogma and transcendence.
The circular form of the collar also echoes themes of eternity and enclosure, reinforcing the idea of ritual cycles and the inescapable nature of mortality and redemption. Its stark whiteness against the darker tones draws the eye, acting as both halo and shackle—depending on how one reads the scene. It’s a subtle but powerful gesture that deepens the narrative and invites theological reflection. The red light painting casts a somber, almost infernal glow, intensifying the gothic mood and drawing attention to the textures of metal, bone, and wax. Each object feels deliberately placed, inviting the viewer to contemplate the tension between sacred and profane, permanence and impermanence. The composition’s stark contrasts and symbolic layering create a visual meditation on death, faith, and the mysteries that lie beyond the veil.
My friend Hayden, on a beam in the old GNR warehouse in Derby. Sadly, unbeknownst to him, he's right under a pigeons favourite perch there, about 20 seconds after this though it reminded him not to stand in the drop zone! Health and safety, as always was a priority.
you need it done
you need it fast
you need it quick
i nod my head
hold out my hand
with a shaking motion
you drop that small
that very small
bit of black plastic
onto my palm
your eyes glance up
a nervous nod
watching my fingers close
wrapping your life
your history
your entire self
in my hand.
don't worry i say
it's safe with me
and with that
i turn and leave
you watch me run
watch me vanish
into the darkness
still shaking
still hoping
that i make it on time
A vintage Sharp PC-1210 pocket computer on my desk. This is claimed to be the first pocket computers ever developed. Made in 1980 it caused quite a stir as a computer that could fit in your pocket. I of course wanted one when it was released, but being a child it was only a distant dream back then.
I have a collection of these fabulous machines now and this was the most recent one I added. I took this photo sometime early last year using a camera that was older than the device, with a film that expired in 2005. It then took me more than a year to finish and process the film. How's that for a time twisting plot?
A Revenant agent of death charged with hunting down his own murderer, the serial killer known as the Specter.
After going on a year of no actual content I'm happy to say I'm back. Started back with something relatively simple, also known as my Self-MOC. He comes with a few bonus features this time, like a scarf, peacock tail, and oversized bat ears.
Special thanks to EMMsixteenA4, Ventum, and Zach for helping me pull the final touches together. Check them out if you haven't.