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Ancient Halls and Modern Visions The Hypostall hall is filled with Roman classical statues gazing towards the entrance door. Inside, a luminous, futuristic imagination metaphorically represents a consumption-based megacity. The image concerns leadership and a collective vision of the past, present, and future.  The classical hall evokes the grandeur of ancient Rome, reminding us of its technological achievements depicted through the beauty of humanity. How would the Romans have represented our technological reality? The statues, representing leaders, all focused on a similar goal, raising references towards obedience and sacrifice over personal cost. We want to believe they were genuinely led towards a collective virtue and not simply propagating a compelling delusion. From a contemporary perspective, the Roman artefacts compel a stark contrast between their emphasis on order and our dynamic, ever-transforming world. Do their artifacts, steeped in philosophy and civic virtue, offer...

  The Sales Pitch Our Gated Community Welcome Home Story Step into a world where technology and nature intertwine seamlessly. Breathe in the air, crisp and pure, and let the meticulously crafted landscape fill you with serenity. In this haven, we've harnessed the power of AI to elevate nature to its most sublime state. Every leaf, every blade of grass, exists in perfect harmony, a testament to human ingenuity and our mastery over the elements. Outside these walls, they grapple with the chaos of a world left to its own devices. They complain and protest but fail to see the beauty we've created. Within this gated community, you are entitled to tranquillity and perfection. Welcome to a world where nature bends to our will and technology caters to our desires. Welcome home. JJFBbennett music https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrxQKZRnAka3dliF7lp1-Ow   Keywords AI-generated nature, Artificial reality, Dystopian world, Hypostyle Hall, Illusion vs. reality, Technology dependence, Detac...

  Night Rain and Dystopia in Futuristic Makati Why is the future always portrayed as a bleak and dismal dystopia? Perhaps it's because the fear of darkness and chaos appeals to our primal instincts. Yet our hearts yearn for something more beautiful. A city where the warm, golden light illuminates the cobblestone streets, the soft echo of footsteps, and the promise of hidden cafes that invite you to discover their secrets. A place where you can walk hand in hand with your beloved, without a shadow of fear or doubt. A world where love, art, and beauty reign supreme, and where the soul can find shelter from the storms of life. Beyond Dystopia: A Journey to the City of Light and Love Explore a visionary city where the future is bright, not bleak. Wander cobblestone streets bathed in golden light, listen to the soft echoes of footsteps, and uncover hidden cafes full of secrets. Join us in a world where love, art, and beauty reign, offering shelter for the soul. Say goodbye to dystopia a...

Godin Youth acrylic on stretched canvas Lounge Room view (not to scale) Mouth and nose (detail) Right eye, eye brow and nose (detail)  Godin Youth Digital Image Original sketch fr acrylic painting Whilst similar to the digital sketch, the acrylic painting is richer is color and tone. Godin Youth Digital Video Godin Youth Poem Godin Youth, it has never been easy. This. It looks like you have been here before. Is. But you haven't. Not. Wake your seniors from their slumber, before you begin to drift. For. As sleep walkers, they are only accepting what may have been. You. Information Artist: John Bennett (JJFBbennett) Medium: Atelier acrylic paint Size: Stretched canvas 30cm x 20cm Year: 2016 Other: Painting surface has been fixed and varnished Painting can be purposed commissioned to scale Contact:  JJFBbennett art   Buy Godin Youth acrylic on canvas

Virtual Reality in the Classroom Active rather than passive experience Immersive experience means no distractions Immediate engagement: useful in today’s world of limited attention spans. Exploration and hands on approach aids with learning and retention. Helps with understanding complex subjects/theories/concepts Suited to all types of learning styles, e.g. visual http://goo.gl/5PSg9b  Increase attention span and engagement through challenges Learning as experienced Expeditions without leaving the classroom Boost creativity  Digital Fluency Peer-to-peer support, interaction and collaboration Personal skills Virtual worlds are used as learning environments. Students can interact with others whilst completing a set of tasks. They also have the opportunity to learn new skills such as sharing, spatial awareness, data visualisation and even developing new language skills. Virtual worlds such as this have been adopted by colleges and universi...

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Tired of traffic jams and exhaust fumes? A recently unveiled design concept for a "straddling bus," which lets cars drive underneath, can not only save road space but also help reduce air pollution. The passenger compartment spans two traffic lanes and sits high above the road surface on a pair of stilts,leaving the road clear for ordinary cars to pass underneath. Regardless of whether the the bus is moving or not, cars under 2 meters high can easily pass through. Running along special tracks, the bus can carry up to 1,400 passengers, and travel at a top speed of 60 kilometers per hour.

Schools are the engine house of the future however there is disconnect between workplace expectations, and students' in-school and out-of-school learning experiences. This discussion is about 'cultures of learning' and engaging 21st century students through innovative programs. A personal story. Video Slides from video