Small Scale Fabricated Photography, Toy Photography History, Art Creation Musings
In 1981, the Monroe Institute released The Gateway Experience, leveraging Hemi-Sync audio technology to synchronize brain hemispheres and enhance consciousness. Tourmaline .'s experimentation faced modern challenges in accessing original recordings and maintaining focus amidst technological distractions. Balancing artistic intuition with scientific rigor, they pursued genuine exploration of these psychic methodologies.
After years of personal challenges, including health issues and a divorce, Tourmaline . resumes creative endeavors by exploring dream research through photography. They examine the interplay of diagnoses like Multiple Sclerosis and ADHD in shaping their dreams, and how physical discomfort influences the narratives they create. This work captures the essence of their unique neurological experience.
Tourmaline . mourns the loss of Wolfgang, a beloved family member who greatly impacted her life. Struggling with grief after three months, the author reflects on their deep connection and the void left behind. They explore coping through a voice note, discovering parallels between their emotional experience and Freud's free association technique.
Max Ernst’s physical textures (rubbing and scraping) to pull unexpected patterns, shapes, and figures out of the background. Our creative minds love comfort. When we sit down to create, our fingers naturally want to fall into familiar patterns. But what happens when you completely strip the artist's conscious hand of control and let texture dictate... Continue Reading →
Remedios Varo utilized whimsical recipes and psychological rituals to prime her imagination for active creativity. Inspired by philosopher George Gurdjieff, she engaged in structured activities to access her subconscious. Tourmaline . experimented with Varo's methods but found mixed results, contemplating their effectiveness and potential for future exploration.
Tourmaline . reminisces about a childhood toy, the 1989 Mattel Disney Storyshine Theater, which sparked memories but proved elusive to identify for years. After discovering its true nature, they purchased one to photograph it authentically. They emphasize the discrepancy between childhood memories and reality, showcasing the importance of capturing vintage toys.
Persephone, the Greek goddess of spring and Queen of the Underworld, embodies duality through her abduction by Hades, leading to seasonal cycles. A custom doll inspired an evocative visual series, "Persephone’s Plot," merging themes of agency and subconscious exploration. The artwork captures her depths through unique materials and photography techniques.
In 1977, the reader becomes engrossed in Robert Monroe’s "Journeys Out of the Body," exploring its complex concepts of existence and dreams. Despite initial confusion, they experiment with Monroe's techniques to achieve out-of-body experiences. After several attempts, they discover methods to provoke vivid dreams and heightened awareness, navigating the nuances of consciousness.