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Embassy of Brazil in London on January 20th, 2012
This event was hosted by UKTI and Intellect and focused on the trading opportunities existing between the UK and Brazil in the hi-tech sector. The slides I used during my own presentation can be found here:
"The only necessary condition for
development of intellect seems to be the
intent of intellect itself."
Thomas J. Chalko
Our friend Niala Boodhoo was invited
to interview Kwame Anthony Appiah,
regarding his book- and
his exploration(s) of Cultural Identity-
Tribalism- and our need(s) to be able to "categorize"
those we encounter-
be it within Our Groups- or during an UBER ride.
Slightly over my head- Intellectually speaking- but I did my best to "keep-up"!
Embassy of Brazil in London on January 20th, 2012
This event was hosted by UKTI and Intellect and focused on the trading opportunities existing between the UK and Brazil in the hi-tech sector. The slides I used during my own presentation can be found here:
Twenty two short stories about women, mostly with bare minimum education, zero ambition, and zero intellect. Often mistresses of married men, these women are intent on lying to themselves, keeping their eyes closed to the faults of "their" men - essentially a collection of stories about losers.
[Spoiler Alert]
Most of the stories end on a down note. These stories were written about thirty years ago, and most of them show their age, and not in a good way.
Twenty two short stories, with names of twenty two stations on victoria line and central line, talk about human, or rather, woman follies and weaknesses... they usually end on a depressing note after a rather nice build up. the reader does not find much evidence of Binchy's Irish humor in these pages.
Out of twenty two, about seven or eight of the stories are somewhat good, the rest of them are eminently forgettable.
This photo was taken while entering the area for the Temple of Heaven. It was a few weeks before the Chinese New Years celebration and they were getting prepped for the Year of the Dragon.
For more photos of my trip to China and to learn how to take better photos while traveling, check out Postcard Intellect
Page inspired by my elderly friend's story of the mole in his garden. The words are his, the page is created with Serif/TGL artwork. My friend, btw, who I never met as we conversed online (he was in the RAF with my dad) was 93 or 94 when he wrote this, I illustrated it and sent it back to him. He used to make me laugh so much, a fantastic intellect, a great sense of humour and pretty nifty on computers, too.
For more information on our visit to Kiev and to learn how to take pictures like these, please visit Postcard Intellect
Tesla design models have influenced our intellects with clean power, high safety ratings and a wide array of 21st century technologies. Tesla, the purveyor of premium electric cars utilizes supercar acceleration and cat-like reflexes to also appeal to our lust for power and the primal urge to control and direct it. The Model 3 will begin pricing at $35,000 which is roughly half the cost of a base Model S. The base car will accelerate 0-60 mph in less than 6 seconds, enjoys an electric range of at least 215 miles per charge, seats five comfortably and provides storage from front and rear trunks. Expect deliveries yearend 2017.
One car you can buy where your emotions aren't compromised by your intellect. SAAB. The most intelligent cars ever built. 1983
This stack of rocks is about 10' high, and carefully fitted.
In his ... gardens ... Noguchi achieved subtle ... syntheses of nature with the man-made, fusing organic and geometric, balancing intuition with intellect. 'California Scenario' seamlessly integrates them. ... it is an enclosed space adjacent to an office building, 'California Scenario' appears open and spacious; the proportional relationship of the asymmetric pyramid to the smaller rocks and plants creates a sense of vastness and scale beyond the actual dimensions of the garden. Local desert stones unify this environment in color and texture. The channel of water running through the center contrasts with, and enhances, the viewer's awareness of the surrounding dryness. The pronounced individuality of elements of the Beinecke courtyard has here matured into a cohesive whole; sculpture and environment are one.
From the catalogue 'Isamu Noguchi: Master Sculptor', by Valerie Fletcher, Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden.
all men make mistakes. But a good man yields when he knows his course is wrong, and repairs the evil. The only crime is pride. - Sophocles
Embassy of Brazil in London on January 20th, 2012
This event was hosted by UKTI and Intellect and focused on the trading opportunities existing between the UK and Brazil in the hi-tech sector. The slides I used during my own presentation can be found here:
Embassy of Brazil in London on January 20th, 2012
This event was hosted by UKTI and Intellect and focused on the trading opportunities existing between the UK and Brazil in the hi-tech sector. The slides I used during my own presentation can be found here:
Although our intellect always longs for clarity and certainty, our nature often finds uncertainty fascinating.
Taken with a Canon 60D and a Tamaron 17-50mm f/2.8 lens.
Element Collection - Air
Intellect; the energy that shapes the pattern of things to come; communication.
Gemini, Libra, Aquarius. Essential oils of bergamot and lemon.
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In this image, Duncan Rawlinson brilliantly blurs the lines between photography and modern AI-powered image generation tools to produce a visually captivating portrayal of OpenAI's ChatGPT.
Rawlinson starts with his signature photographic method, leveraging his prowess in capturing the nuances of his subjects. His choice of the Phase One XF IQ4 150MP Camera ensures an unmatched level of detail, a testament to his commitment to quality.
From this photographic foundation, Rawlinson skillfully transitions to the digital art realm. The AI's "head" and its complex neural network are not captured through the lens, but through the precise and calculated application of AI image generation tools. These tools allow him to visualize an abstract concept like a neural network, converting it into tangible lines and nodes, interweaving through the AI's head.
The creation process is thus a symbiotic dance between high-resolution photography and AI-driven digital art. Rawlinson marries the tactile realism of photography with the boundless possibilities of AI-powered graphic design. The result is a unique hybrid image, demonstrating how AI can be used as an artistic tool to bring abstract concepts to life.
By creating the image in his signature style, Rawlinson adds a layer of artistic interpretation to the AI's representation. He invites the viewer to appreciate not only the AI's intricate complexity but also the novel way in which traditional photography can be elevated by modern AI tools. This image stands as a testament to the intersection of art, technology, and human creativity.
Roberto Matta Eschaurren (Matta)
French, born Chile, 1911 - 2002
Let's Phosphoresce by Intellection II
ca. 1950
History
The John Rogers who bought Riverhill in 1840 was an only child, with a modest fortune, and a fine intellect. He became a classics scholar, a scientist and a friend of Charles Darwin. He was one of the first members of the Royal Horticultural Society and a patron of the plant collectors of the day.
He chose Riverhill because its sheltered situation offered an ideal lime free hillside where he could hope to establish newly introduced trees and shrubs. From his garden notebook, it can be seen that planting started in 1842. Subsequent generations, continued the planting and in 1910 Colonel John Middleton Rogers created what is now known as ‘The Wood Garden’ a fine collection of Japanese Maples, Rhododendrons and Azaleas. His wife, the infamous Muriel, created many additions including the now hidden Rock Gardens.
Until the beginning of the 2nd World War, eight full time gardeners kept Riverhill looking immaculate. Since the war years, however, a shortage of manpower and a lack of money has meant that the garden was allowed to deteriorate, with many parts of the original planting lost to everyday use and visitors.
Today, four generations of the Rogers family live at Riverhill,
The estate is managed by Edward Rogers (Great-great-great-grandson of the John Rogers who bought Riverhill in 1840) and his wife, Sarah.
Quote by artist Michael Crowe (not to be confused with the Art Deco Society of California Founder by the same name).
I was raised in a secular household.
Although I wasn't raised to be an atheist, I "decided" that I didn't believe in god(s) when I was quite young. I like to think that I'm an atheist purely because of my own intellect and reasoning, however the reality is that I'm probably an atheist because I wasn't raised to believe in god. Just Like most Christians are Christian because they were raised to be. The same is true for any other religion. There are a billion Muslims who were raised to believe that theirs is the one true faith just the same as the kids in Catechism class or Sunday school are taught to believe the same about their faith. Never underestimate the role indoctrination of youth plays in perpetuating religion.
Most of what I know of the Bible and Christianity comes from "Chick Tracks" passed out by evangelists outside my schools growing up or from watching Movies like "The Ten Commandments," and playing video games. I learned Revelation 21:6: "...I am Alpha and Omega, the beginning and the end. I will give to him that is thirsty of the fountain of the water of life...," from Fallout 3. Ironically it came in a line delivered by Liam Neeson.
In high school I read Milton's "Paradise Lost" which retells the story of Adam and Eve albeit with some non Christian(even pagan) additions. Later during my first year of college I read parts of the book of Genesis and parts of the book of Ruth for a literature class. My unfamiliarity with the bible(or at least the old testament) in comparison with my classmates was apparent and I began to realize that a working knowledge of the Bible and it's stories would be valuable for interpreting and understanding much of western literature and culture.
We all know what someone means when they say "David and Goliath" or "Noah's Ark," but I figure there are many other stories that would be useful to have knowledge of for the purpose of understanding metaphors and allusions.
Thus, I ordered a Bible, a King James Version, as that seems to be one of the dominant translations (at least in protestantism), and it was the translation we used in the class where I first read parts of the Bible.
Seeing how little time i have for reading non law school material i doubt i'll get through it anytime soon, but i hope to digest it in the near future.
This is a shot of the Great Wall of China taken in Badaling, arguably the most popular tourist site when visiting the wall. I took the color out of this photo and then gradually popped the people back in an effort to accentuate the size and scale of the wall.
To check out more photos of the Great Wall, see Postcard Intellect
"That's no moon, that's a spaceship!"
- Capt. A. Guinness, UNS Falcon, on first sighting the High Prosperity, 2255
No intellect-built object in the known galaxy is as large as a Salvation Worldship. Not even the largest category 5 Arthonid nest can rival the sheer mass of these gargantuan constructs. First sighted in 2255 by a Sol Expeditionary Fleet, the exact age of the Salvations is unknown but believed to be at least several centuries based on long range laser carbon-dating.
Populated by the Vaxtrans, a reclusive and secretive alien race, Worldships are entirely self-sufficient, able to produce their own substenance, fuel, atmosphere and industry. From what little information is available, it appears Worldships were built a long time ago to escape the Enemy, who had destroyed (or overtaken, depending on the translation) the Vaxtran homeworld. Since that time, the Vaxtrans have wandered space on their great ships, trading precious metals in exchange for technology.
While Worldships, whose exact number is unknown, are vast, they are also very crude. Metal-penetrating radar imaging has revealed that Worldships are built from the center out, their size increasing as more and more components are added to them over the years. Newer modules are simply welded over older ones, scrap metal stripped and fused in haphazard ways to various sections to augment armour. Generally speaking, the front of a Worldship is a giant mass of armour, behind which is storage, followed by industrial and recreational areas. Behind these are the living quarters for the ships' population, often numbering in the millions, followed by the multiple power cores and ending with the engines.
This crude building technique is indicative of the Vaxtrans' lack of sophisticated technology. They have no shields powerful enough to cover an entire Worldship, so only critical areas are given coverage. Their space-fold FTL drives, while incredibly fast, take weeks of dedicated charging to power, and are inherently dangerous. The Plentiful Bounty was torn apart by the forces of a space-fold in 2317. True to form, two other Worldships, the High Prosperity and the Infinite Unity salvaged and repurposed the pieces.
While armed with many low-yield plasma cannons and large-bore coilguns, the sheer size of a Salvation Worldship reduces the effective concentration of these weapons, leaving Worldships vulnerable to attack.
While many nations will defend Worldships, as the Sol Union Navy did during the New Paris War, many others see Worldships as juicy targets. The Vaxtrans appear to be a doomed race, cursed to wander the stars, their only hope of salvation a planetary presence which their collective trauma and tradition will never allow.
One learns people through the heart, not the eyes or the intellect.
-Mark Twain
Not exactly happy with this photo, but i don't have the time to play around on photoshop so this will have to do.
After staring at this photo for hours I realized that this reminds me alot of Brookeshadens "if I should die before I wake" . So although it wasn't ment to be inspired by her, I love her work so I'll give her credit anyhow.
Brooke, if you see this,I just want to say thank you for being such a great inspiration to all of us flikrites.And good luck on your gallerie prodject.
My older brother demonstrating his superior intellect by wearing a child's coat on his head. Good hey?
I was there to match my intellect on national tv
Against a plumber, oh, and an architect, both with a phd
I was tense, I was nervous, I guess it just wasnt my night
Art fleming gave the answers
Oh, but I couldnt get the questions right, -ight, -ight
I lost on jeopardy, baby (oooh)
I lost on jeopardy, baby (oooh)
See/hear it here .