The philosophical concept of 'Both/And', also known as dialectical thinking or non-dualistic thinking, suggests that seemingly contradictory or opposing ideas can coexist and even complement each other. It emphasizes the idea that reality is often more complex than binary distinctions allow and encourages embracing multiple perspectives simultaneously. The Taoist concept of Yin and Yang illustrates the interdependence and balance between seemingly opposing forces. Yin represents darkness, passivity, and femininity, while Yang represents light, activity, and masculinity. However, within Yin, there is Yang, and within Yang, there is Yin, emphasizing the interconnectedness and interdependence of these dualistic concepts. Dualistic thinking often manifests in moral or ethical frameworks that categorize actions, people, or concepts as either inherently good or inherently evil. This binary perspective overlooks the complexity of human nature and moral decision-making. Instead of viewing technology as either beneficial or harmful, one could adopt a 'Both/And' perspective, acknowledging its potential for both enhancing human life and posing ethical challenges. In essence, 'Both/And' philosophy encourages embracing complexity and recognizing that reality often transcends simplistic either/or categorizations, fostering a more nuanced understanding of the world.
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The TeknoAngst Series is an ongoing visual examination of our society’s fear of advancements in technology leading to the end of humanity. Investigating the interdependent relationship between us, human civilization and our inventions, we glean our imagery from popular culture and visual media such as Sci-Fi movies and television shows, book and magazine cover illustrations, anime and comic book iconography and futurist theory to create artworks that navigate new pathways and interconnections for a better understanding of these fast-paced paradigm shifts in our world today and our future tomorrow.
A collection of digital collages, 2022.
Poster Designs for 10 years of KMAC Couture, 2022.
A collection of photo collages, 2019.
A series of photographic works derived from mirrored drawings.
Images by Matthew & Mitchell Bradley ©2018. All rights reserved.
