The fallacy of art being unrelated to politics is not always so, art is inspired and affected by many concepts and occurrences- none greater than affairs of state. Whether that term be accepted as meaning personal state of mind, social state of being, biological state or geographical placement.

Art is far more complex to explain than to experience, yet there are certain fundamental concepts that are often forsaken.

Everything that exists obviously has a design and is based upon underlying principles, not always expression. Though, it is conventional for some to often interpret what they experience that way. This alternate state of interpretation is called perception.

From an artistic/design standpoint, the spoon (used to sustain life) and the shovel (often used at life’s closure) are based upon the same underlying principles-not expression. It’s an artistic theme used from since King Hatchet was a Hammer, recycled so much that it’s become one of many expected processes.

The scalpel is no different from the standard issue combat knife: the decisive factor in what this ancient ‘weapon/tool-state-of-affairs’ produces, is dependant upon the maker’s and wielder’s motives alike. It is during this part of the process (when the principles have been applied) where expression used to come into play.

However, Magic and the Arts are now entertainment, no longer religion for some. Rites and initiations no longer shackle artists. It is no longer necessary for us to be slaves to that process or any process at all for that matter. The artist of today can feel free to express and let the viewer find the principle or apply principle and let the viewer express. It is my right and responsibility to shift my paradigm whether I am maker or viewer.

However, because some art theme(s), art product(s) and/or art experience(s) may not be relevant for me, I feel it is considerably stupid to say that it is altogether irrelevant.

There are those that appear to want a progressive change in terms of art and for just having the mere appearance they should be saluted, but apparently some of these people fail to see that the paradigm MUST be a deliberately individual, intimate shift in order for any change to take place. Art is some, none and/or all things to each individual who experiences it (including the artist), the day we all “interpret” art the same, is the day art has breathed its last.

I speak for many (not all) when I say that Art exists for us to find the singular beauty in our plural differences...the way we Interpret principle, Express design, Interpret design, Express principle (some, none, one or all those routes are available)…the ways we perceive, create, exist and/or destroy should be pure, intimate and personal: Whether we draw from the centrifugal, the centripetal, the afferent or efferent to produce or become one with our art is our respective dispensation. A two-way Consciousness is not necessary but welcomed nonetheless.

Yes, art once upon a time “was recognized as the bridge between the divine and man.”

And it still may be for some, but must it be reiterated that the Weathermen of today, were the Divine Shaman of yesterday?
What was once “magic/divination” is now information readily available to those with gray beard to those at bottle height. And this may come as a shock to some, but few need weathermen, shamans, authorities or pseudo-authorities to determine to or for them.

I feel it important to note that those who’ve deliberately hidden alchemical and/or templar concepts behind the façade of other pursuits have a cardinal belief that balance was to be achieved between the extremes. The two opposites must be meticulously ground together until they become one. It is represented in symbolism by the mortar and pestle, the paintbrush and the surface, lead and gold.

The mature artist that has deliberately hidden alchemical and/or templar concepts within his/her work progresses (in expression, acceptance and understanding) when he/she comes to realize that being an artist means being a proactive/reactive conduit with responsibilities to self and environment. That is fundamental, that is cardinal – I whole-heartedly agree. But not all artists conceal, reveal or give as such, not all artists want to and not all artists have to because it is requested of them.

The attitude of closed mindedness and state of ‘not seeing past self into environment’ is cliché…and that is not conducive to longer living as an artist - matter of fact, that pivoting contributes countless celebrities to the list of “temporary artists.”

I've considered and expect this mode of objection I use will offer gainsay to my validity as an artist by mainstream or otherwise terms.

The mature artist must be patient, careful and individual. He/She should continue their respective studies, looking back in assessment frequently and gauge sincerely what lasts longer. Expressions of Attitude or Point of Principle.

The mature artist that has deliberately hidden alchemical and/or templar concepts within his/her work progresses (in expression, acceptance and understanding) when he/she comes to realize that being an artist means being a proactive/reactive conduit with responsibilities to self and environment. That is fundamental, that is cardinal – I whole-heartedly agree. But not all artists conceal, reveal or give as such, not all artists want to and not all artists have to because it is requested of them...

...The mature artist must be patient, careful and individual. He/She should continue their respective studies, looking back in assessment frequently and gauge sincerely what lasts longer. Expressions of Attitude or Point of Principle.


I concur with your suggestion, but would like to add that few nowadays desire to "break the surface" because this ideal is not necessary in their quest for more perceived value (according to virtually valueless, materialistic concepts). From what I gather, it appears that this viral-like destructive behaviour inherently passes on an appreciation for content lacking in depth almost effortlessly and reinforces itself by invoking a false sense of completeness. The result is an overwhelming desensitization of the awareness in areas essential to productive evolution of certain members of our species. Mind you though, progress is being made in selected chambers, hidden to many and protected by a chosen few. These threads hold a seemingly broken collective together in ways that almost seem content with the nonsensical occurrences taking place within these planes of existence. Perhaps this is the way it should be, to allow those who cannot traverse an enhanced actuality to “play” like little children, who at that stage are forgiven because their level of cognizance meets the relevant standard.

The mire that many artists fall into is often encountered while trying to maintain a sense of equilibrium between these vastly different worlds. Few have mastered this balancing act and the glaring disparity involved. It is suspected that perhaps an essential piece of the puzzle has been taken away and hidden or even destroyed, which leads to the question: Who is ultimately responsible for unlocking the doors to the advancement of the individual for the purpose of the collective? The artist who wields the power to guide and inspire or the individual, who holds the power of choice?

For me, the answer lies in the artist. As I said, I feel it's my responsibility to shift my paradigm, or mode of perception. What has worked for me is: developing a new way of viewing principles and concept...'re-inventing that round thingy' (wheel) as it were.
But as an artist I have failed. I have failed to create something new, but as long as I can conveying that which is already here in a different light, there is hope.
But as a human, I am nevermore alarmed at the rate which we fail. Regardless of mode, role, tenet, tenure. We somehow find ways to delude ourselves that we’ve succeeded-myself included.
Look at the way we begin our lives here on this planet. I'll admit some, though not all of our parents and forefathers refer to it as “succession”; when as we are infants, our parents know nothing of the individual or sycophant we may become to be. They pride themselves successful for bring us here. I've spent alot of time reconsidering what I "know."
Is it possible that the purpose of our existence is a result of the curiosity of Spirits who wanted to see in spite of knowing, in motion, the ultimate paradox? “What would take place if We created a finite version of Ourselves.” Children who could and would love Them in spite of not being sure of who They are, if They exist or what He/She/They/It’s Nature really is.
According to some who have come and gone before, one of Them incarnated Himself as one of us and defied everything He existed as to show us His true nature. He defied Himself to show us Love. This, above all things resonates with surety for me. As sure as obscure syllables and wavelengths float in the firmaments forming my name in another’s mouth pulls my identity to the forefront of my attention. I feel within me, that I am expected to do the same. To Defy.
Even if not for love though, the sum presents itself. Those counted as great, progressive or immortal among my kind are those that achieved their status as a result of defiance.

I feel compelled to write this down, not because I wish to be known for attention or as “a great mind” or any attempt to do anything of the sort. Something bids me write, perhaps to document my evolution or adaptation.

Adaptation is not a matter of choice, it is a matter of necessity. Conform is the evolutionary process based on choice. You cannot make anyone change. The most I (an extra-entity) am able to do is make them reconsider. And even then, they have to want to do that.
I feel alien in this awareness. Part of me cannot wait to face death, for death seems to whisper a corridor. From sperm to ovum, to here and now, to what and where? Life and Love have always screamed of cycles and continuity of terror, ecstasy, and delusion with every possibly variation between those poles throughout my years of deliberate observation.

It is as a friend of mine (Allan P. Wallace) once confided in me; something along these lines:

"Once you have found your true self and you embrace the cognitive quality of truth without fear or the tainted concepts of others, you will have achieved one of life’s greatest secrets. How unfortunate, that this process is one of the hardest things to do. I think it important to stay true to a process of adapting to the intimate challenges of your life and labor as well as welcoming what the skototropic and practicality have to offer. And above all else, do not seek to be mercilessly/mercifully free of the ravages of intelligence. Don't forget what you already know. Your physical body is more fluid than solid, this being the case, where do your thoughts come from? Something solid or something fluid? I feel it important to note that for the fluent there is little or no obstacle."