@LunarpunkAlmanach
Shinrin-yoku in the dark forest
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Yep.
Art or création is not only about beauty or usefulness. It's about culture and free speech.
You speak about State "woke" creation in Europe. But it's not true. In Europe, you don't receive fi...
In the labyrinth of artistic creation, the path of grants is shadowed by bias. Those who dwell in the chambers of grant commissions, their preferences subtly shape the art they choose to nourish - be it by selecting artists, how the grant application is written, the theme,...
This isn't to cast a shadow over the luminaries of Hollywood, whose art, though different, thrives in the wilds of genuine demand. Their creations are not fed by the streams of state finance but bloom in the open market, where the art of marketing intertwines with storytelling.
It is commercial art, but one that is consumed willingly with demonstrated preferences.
In the realm of woke trauma art, its prevalence mirrors society's scars, a canvas for the expression of deep-seated traumas. Yet, one wonders if the hunger for such art truly emanates from the public or if it is artificially sustained by the lifeblood of state support. True inspiration, after all, springs from the desire to bring into being that which never was – art born not of pain, but of joy and the unbridled urge to create. Such art resonates differently, not just created, but truly alive, thriving in the hearts of those who encounter it.
This isn't to cast a shadow over the luminaries of Hollywood, whose art, though different, thrives in the wilds of genuine demand. Their creations are not fed by the streams of state finance but bloom in the open market, where the art of marketing intertwines with storytelling.
It is commercial art, but one that is consumed willingly with demonstrated preferences.
In the realm of woke trauma art, its prevalence mirrors society's scars, a canvas for the expression of deep-seated traumas. Yet, one wonders if the hunger for such art truly emanates from the public or if it is artificially sustained by the lifeblood of state support. True inspiration, after all, springs from the desire to bring into being that which never was – art born not of pain, but of joy and the unbridled urge to create. Such art resonates differently, not just created, but truly alive, thriving in the hearts of those who encounter it.
You can rarely experience true art, one that is interesting, beautiful and is not a manifestation of some woke trauma. Artists, especially in Europe tackle "social issues", mainly because that's where public institutions money are poured to.
The artist trauma is disproportionate, academic and mostly out of touch with reality.
This is not a rant against mainstream art, which is usually based on capitalism and real demand. Mainstream art is simple - sing alongs, pretty pictures, shallow stories. Hollywood movies capture and merge this aesthetic into a few hour blocks, streamed through corporate streaming networks or served with popcorn and Coca Cola in 15D ultrahyperdolbysuperscreen cinemas. Commercial main stream art is more honest than woke trauma art. It is a product that fulfills real needs.
This fact is absolutely hated by the woke art establishment. They despise art that is not approved by them, but is financed by market forces and demand. They want to be gatekeepers, choosing narratives, approved artists. They want to mold the art hierarchy to their liking.
Niche art that is sophisticated, yet not based on academic curators approving grant money can be seen in places where art had not been infected with woke socialism and propaganda. In or near hipster cafeterias and meeting places in Asia. In private residencies and secret events.
Or manifesting as parallel (second) culture... in the dark forest.
The artist trauma is disproportionate, academic and mostly out of touch with reality.
This is not a rant against mainstream art, which is usually based on capitalism and real demand. Mainstream art is simple - sing alongs, pretty pictures, shallow stories. Hollywood movies capture and merge this aesthetic into a few hour blocks, streamed through corporate streaming networks or served with popcorn and Coca Cola in 15D ultrahyperdolbysuperscreen cinemas. Commercial main stream art is more honest than woke trauma art. It is a product that fulfills real needs.
This fact is absolutely hated by the woke art establishment. They despise art that is not approved by them, but is financed by market forces and demand. They want to be gatekeepers, choosing narratives, approved artists. They want to mold the art hierarchy to their liking.
Niche art that is sophisticated, yet not based on academic curators approving grant money can be seen in places where art had not been infected with woke socialism and propaganda. In or near hipster cafeterias and meeting places in Asia. In private residencies and secret events.
Or manifesting as parallel (second) culture... in the dark forest.
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Outside of dark forest, blend in. In the dark forest, stand out.
In mainstream society, blending in is a good strategy. If you look like a normie, you don't threaten anyone's position in a hierarchy. There is no envy if you are a normal person in a cheap t-shirt, no expensive watch, or car. You can still enjoy luxuries of the world. You can use the idea by Tim Ferriss - own nothing, but rent and thus have access to everything. Of course you can still own things, no need to comply with old guys in suits ideas from wef, the key is to blend in, and the mainstream society will leave you alone.
In the dark forest is your place to stand out. Present your uniqueness, shine your light. Show what you are made of.
In mainstream society, blending in is a good strategy. If you look like a normie, you don't threaten anyone's position in a hierarchy. There is no envy if you are a normal person in a cheap t-shirt, no expensive watch, or car. You can still enjoy luxuries of the world. You can use the idea by Tim Ferriss - own nothing, but rent and thus have access to everything. Of course you can still own things, no need to comply with old guys in suits ideas from wef, the key is to blend in, and the mainstream society will leave you alone.
In the dark forest is your place to stand out. Present your uniqueness, shine your light. Show what you are made of.
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What is the dark forest?
The dark forest is an idea, it's a place to be, it's a societal structure, a way to look at the world.
It is not the mainstream society nor it aspires to be.
It is a parallel society and parallel economy. It is a place where we value anonymity and human creativity.
Inside the dark forest, it is more important what you create (produce) than who you are. This has many reasons. Anonymity removes status games and hierarchies. You either provide a good product or service or you don't. It does not matter what school you went to, how rich you are, if you are someone's boss or a freelance. Political affiliations don't have any meaning in the dark forest either.
The other reason is that anonymity takes away the power of the state. When the body that can be put to jail disappears, the state is powerless.
The dark forest thrives on bitcoin, one of the few things you can actually really own. It can't be confiscated.
The dark forest is a place you enter with your mind.
The dark forest is a place where you can be free from the influences of a sick mainstream society, where you can thrive and grow.
It is not a "safe space". There are tricksters and scammers, anonumous souls are often mean, but conflict and bad attitude does not help them much in creating and mutually beneficial exchange. Opinions don't matter in the dark forest as much as producing.
The dark forest embodies a societal structure that values anonymity, creativity, and meritocracy over traditional status markers like wealth, background, or political affiliations.
Come in!
The dark forest is an idea, it's a place to be, it's a societal structure, a way to look at the world.
It is not the mainstream society nor it aspires to be.
It is a parallel society and parallel economy. It is a place where we value anonymity and human creativity.
Inside the dark forest, it is more important what you create (produce) than who you are. This has many reasons. Anonymity removes status games and hierarchies. You either provide a good product or service or you don't. It does not matter what school you went to, how rich you are, if you are someone's boss or a freelance. Political affiliations don't have any meaning in the dark forest either.
The other reason is that anonymity takes away the power of the state. When the body that can be put to jail disappears, the state is powerless.
The dark forest thrives on bitcoin, one of the few things you can actually really own. It can't be confiscated.
The dark forest is a place you enter with your mind.
The dark forest is a place where you can be free from the influences of a sick mainstream society, where you can thrive and grow.
It is not a "safe space". There are tricksters and scammers, anonumous souls are often mean, but conflict and bad attitude does not help them much in creating and mutually beneficial exchange. Opinions don't matter in the dark forest as much as producing.
The dark forest embodies a societal structure that values anonymity, creativity, and meritocracy over traditional status markers like wealth, background, or political affiliations.
Come in!