Every individual with an interest in astronomy must be already in the know concerning the much anticipated Comet ISON. Comet ISON was discovered in September 2012 by two Russian astronomers using an International Scientific Optical Network telescope. In essence, comet ISON will come close to mars, at a distance of about 10.8 million kilometers after [...]
May 8, 2013
Killer Whales chase a boat
This incredible video shows a pod or orca, aka killer whales, chasing the boat like playful dolphins. I’m not clear why orca would act this way. They’re smart enough to have fun and enjoy a race so perhaps that’s all that was going on. In any case the video does a great job at showing [...]
May 7, 2013
Two months of breaking ice and Antarctic adventure in a 5 minute time-lapse
This time-lapse was filmed from the icebreaker Nathaniel B. Palmer as it travelled through the Ross Sea in Antartica. It is narrated by Cassandra Brooks with a superbly engaging voice, a perfect narration for the footage shown. You’ll see the ship trying to cope as the ice circles tight. You’ll see amused penguins watching from [...]
May 5, 2013
Short film: Caldera
Caldera is a wonderfully animated short film. It’s dark and surreal but tells the story of one young woman and her battle with mental illness. The film explores the issues around medications, how they are intended to help but also are a battle in themselves. Directed by Evan Viera, Caldera pulls on very personal inspiration. [...]
May 3, 2013
The ghosts and names of Penkaet Castle (Fountainhall)
Penkaet Castle is situated just outside of Pencaitland and is one of those centuries old mansions that are a delicious blend of history and hauntings. As with any such combination, it elicits admiration, curiosity and a nervous tingle down the spine. Built over 400 years ago, this cream sandstone has seen several phases of additions [...]
April 29, 2013
Whirlpool devours lake
This incredible video from Latvia shows a whirlpoo devouring a whole river. It’s not just water that vanishes down into the darkness but sheets of ice, boulders and uprooted trees. The destructive power of the whirlpoor is equally impressive as it is scary. It looks like some sort of plug had been removed from the [...]
April 10, 2013
Fun animation: Monkey fights against deforestation
Shave it from 3DAR on Vimeo. This fun animation is the story of a monkey who finds a shaver, makes himself look human and moves to the big city. It’s the story about deforestation. In Pure Spirit Do you have any sympathies with Mr Monkey? Or is he just the baddie in this short animation?
April 1, 2013
The mystery of Easter Island solved
In Pure Spirit This picture was posted on April 1st – also known as April Fools.
March 30, 2013
Victorian Lace Egg Carvings
These delightful carved eggs are created by the American sculptor Beth Ann Magnuson. They’re far more attractive the most of the tacky commerical Easter egg designs that I’ve seen this year. Magnuson uses a high speed drill to hard-carve these turkey, chicken, duck, partridge and even phesant eggs. In Pure Spirit Seen any good Easter [...]
March 28, 2013
What the goddess Eostre means to Easter
Spring reminds us of new beginnings and plans for the year ahead. With it comes the imagery of chicks and bunnies, eggs and flowers, which heralds the start of Easter. These images, which embody ideas of rebirth, are not just attached to the Christian festivities of Easter; they are formed from ancient beliefs and mythology, [...]
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