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"Technology has always been a double-edged sword, empowering both our creative and our destructive natures. It has brought us longer and healthier lives, freedom from physical and mental drudgery, and many new creative possibilities. Yet it has also introduced new and salient dangers. As technology accelerates toward the full realization of genetic engineering, nanotechnology and robotics, we will see the intertwined potentials: a feast of creativity resulting from human intelligence expanded many fold, combined with grave new dangers. We need to devise our strategies now to reap the promise… while we manage the peril." – Ray Kurzweil

Promise & Peril was originally began in late July as an experimental. I wanted to try compositing fractal images as organic terrains, then build a complete nature scene with additional 3D objects. The work had progressed to nearly 60 % completion, but because of my vision challenges, I was unable to continue working on the scene until now. I have missed seeing all of the talented artists and their marvelous creations here. As I begin to make progress, I will be able to create again and enjoy viewing, though my time will be limited to short episodes. Thank you to everyone! For your encouragement and support!

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"Technology has always been a double-edged sword, empowering both our creative and our destructive natures. It has brought us longer and healthier lives, freedom from physical and mental drudgery, and many new creative possibilities. Yet it has also introduced new and salient dangers. As technology accelerates toward the full realization of genetic engineering, nanotechnology and robotics, we will see the intertwined potentials: a feast of creativity resulting from human intelligence expanded many fold, combined with grave new dangers. We need to devise our strategies now to reap the promise… while we manage the peril." – Ray Kurzweil

Promise & Peril was originally began in late July as an experimental. I wanted to try compositing fractal images as organic terrains, then build a complete nature scene with additional 3D objects. The work had progressed to nearly 60 % completion, but because of my vision challenges, I was unable to continue working on the scene until now. I have missed seeing all of the talented artists and their marvelous creations here. As I begin to make progress, I will be able to create again and enjoy viewing, though my time will be limited to short episodes. Thank you to everyone! For your encouragement and support!