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Published: 2013-03-21 20:05:37 +0000 UTC; Views: 1027; Favourites: 19; Downloads: 0
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Nature isn't a game. *coughsorryicouldntresistilikepunsoksorry*A dystopic environmental piece in which the game of chess is the metaphor for human interaction with nature.
Every time we pollute, it is as if we are making a move against Nature in this game of survival that we're all caught up in. Sure, we're in the middle of looking for other planets that could possibly be inhabited, but the reality is that, at this moment, our only home is Earth. Though Nature boasts some pretty incredible phenomenons that still leave scientists baffled, its resources aren't limitless.
As the hand of humanity closes in on Nature's final stand, will we relish in the victory of our self-gratification or will we live to regret it?
Disclaimer: I claim no credit for any of the images used. All I own is Photoshop.
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Well done! I really like the Nuclear tower piece and the frozen polar bear piece - it's really witty!
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Thank you very much! Glad you like
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I've never quite understood the inner workings of photo-manipulation. However, I know enough about image altering to be aware of the fact that this must've been difficult to create. This is a beautiful piece with rich imagery, and the text that accompanies it boarders on genius. Your mind must be a remarkable place; I love the concept and analogy of human interaction with the environment being observed as a chess match.
I can't help but observe that chess is a game that still holds great popularity within out century regardless of the fact that it predates the sixth century. New technologies such as smart phones and the internet allow us to take chess into a different medium...this transition and constant long-lived existence also rings true with pollution.
On the subject of visual presentation, this looks fantastic. I really appreciate the use of the infamous image of a polar bear contrasted with the thin ice (I see what you did there) and rupturing, unstable background. The ice figure piece is clever in itself, and the smoggy, industrial black king is ingenious. Okay, what i'm trying to say is this looks really awesome and I love it. OTL
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Honestly, how do I even deserve you as a watcher? You are a dream. Words are hopelessly inadequate to express how awesome you are, ok? Don't even deny it.
Well, truthfully, this did take a long time for me, considering I'm not exactly an expert photoshopper. In fact, I am naught but an amateur at best. Though I've always been fond of metaphors and imagery.
'Your mind must be a remarkable place'
Hardly, but I /would/ argue that about yours; it must be a palace. A mind palace. *cough* Sorry, I couldn't resist making a reference. But seriously. I'm convinced your insightfulness knows no limits.
You're very right. Chess has always been one of my favorite games, if only because it's a timeless classic that's so rich with meaning. My chess skills are nothing to boast about at all, but I can at least appreciate all the parallels that I can draw between chess and various things. Chess terminology and methodology conveniently lends itself to so many aspects of our world, one being the environment.
'New technologies such as smart phones and the internet allow us to take chess into a different medium...this transition and constant long-lived existence also rings true with pollution.'
Wow, what a brilliant observation. That parallel hadn't even occurred to me so thank you very much for sharing.
Though I could say so much more, sometimes a few words will suffice (for I don't think I'll ever have enough words to convey everything): my eternal gratitude is yours.
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Thank you very much!
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Thank you very much!
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Much thanks! Glad you think so 
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