A film by Peculiar Pictures
Description taken from their website:
A story of outstanding heroism in the face of deception, subterfuge and treachery. Conjuring up the belief that it was made forty years before film was even invented, 1884: Yesterday’s Future tells of a future that might have been but never was. Directed by Tim Ollive, the film is a mix of animation, puppetry and two dimensional and three dimensional computer generated imagery (CGI) set against backgrounds created using stunning artwork, model sets and period photographs from the Hulton Picture Library division of Getty Images. Combine these idiosyncratic production techniques with a script of mind boggling ingenuity and you have a hilarious comedy film the like of which you will not have seen before. So, put your tongue firmly in your cheek, stiffen your upper lip and prepare to be shaken and stirred by 1884: Yesterday’s Future.
Showing posts with label victorian. Show all posts
Showing posts with label victorian. Show all posts
Sunday, August 9, 2009
1884: Yesterday’s Future
from the YouTube channel http://www.youtube.com/user/adamhowe2409:
Wednesday, April 29, 2009
2nd Annual Mad Scientist Convention
On the Royal Caledon Air Force watchlist....
"Caledon Steam SkyCity is proud to present the SSC 2nd Annual Mad Scientist Convention - SSC ReAnimated
May 2nd, 2009; 3pm and 5pm SLT
Has your research turned to archaic subjects?
Do your formulae come from ancient tomes as much as from modern journals?
Are you meddling in things Man was not meant to know?
From Frankenstein to Tesla, and from Flamel to Herbert West, some scientists cannot leave well enough alone.
Join us on Saturday, May 2nd at 3pm for the Speed Building Contest, Avatar contest entries must be received by 4pm with winners announced during the Mad Scientist's ReAnimation Ball starting at 5pm. There will be two build contests with a grand prize in each category and a dance in the evening.
*Unnatural Creation Avatar - Building starts now, with judging on the day of the convention. Create an avatar from scratch. Is it a murderous robot? A living Construct? Did you summon Cthulhu from a test tube? Let your imagination run wild, and show us that science really can "open strange doors." Avatars will be judged on creativity, quality, and fit with the theme. No parts from other avatars - must be wholly your own creation. Judging between 3pm and 4pm SLT.
*Speed build- one hour, theme related to "weird science practices" will be announced at the start of the contest. Building starts at 3pm, and stops at 4pm. Judging will be based on quality, originality, and how well it fits with the announced theme.
Do not let the narrow-minded views of fools and stagnant academics hinder you. This is Science!"
"Caledon Steam SkyCity is proud to present the SSC 2nd Annual Mad Scientist Convention - SSC ReAnimated
May 2nd, 2009; 3pm and 5pm SLT
Has your research turned to archaic subjects?
Do your formulae come from ancient tomes as much as from modern journals?
Are you meddling in things Man was not meant to know?
From Frankenstein to Tesla, and from Flamel to Herbert West, some scientists cannot leave well enough alone.
Join us on Saturday, May 2nd at 3pm for the Speed Building Contest, Avatar contest entries must be received by 4pm with winners announced during the Mad Scientist's ReAnimation Ball starting at 5pm. There will be two build contests with a grand prize in each category and a dance in the evening.
*Unnatural Creation Avatar - Building starts now, with judging on the day of the convention. Create an avatar from scratch. Is it a murderous robot? A living Construct? Did you summon Cthulhu from a test tube? Let your imagination run wild, and show us that science really can "open strange doors." Avatars will be judged on creativity, quality, and fit with the theme. No parts from other avatars - must be wholly your own creation. Judging between 3pm and 4pm SLT.
*Speed build- one hour, theme related to "weird science practices" will be announced at the start of the contest. Building starts at 3pm, and stops at 4pm. Judging will be based on quality, originality, and how well it fits with the announced theme.
Do not let the narrow-minded views of fools and stagnant academics hinder you. This is Science!"
Saturday, January 31, 2009
Thursday, January 22, 2009
The Heliograph: Deviant Art: Skyships II
From Rafael Fabre...
The Heliograph: Deviant Art: Skyships II
"Flyby" by Avatar Z Brown, coloured by Amarynceus
"....One of the favorite entires, statistically speaking, tend to be those with large amounts of graphics, and especially those with airships and Steampunk technology. Be it for inspiration or admiration, returning to the purest form the genre (and turning away from other unsavory political issues in the SL Steampunk world), I am displaying some of the more recent entries in Deviant art, a hotbed for new and emerging artists.
"On Patrol", by Zenzen
I have listed the title of their work and their "nom de plume" below each picture, so if you desire to see more of any individual's work, simply turn to Deviant art, and search on the artist in question, at: http://www.deviantart.com/...."
For more click The Heliograph: Deviant Art: Skyships II
The Heliograph: Deviant Art: Skyships II
"Flyby" by Avatar Z Brown, coloured by Amarynceus
"....One of the favorite entires, statistically speaking, tend to be those with large amounts of graphics, and especially those with airships and Steampunk technology. Be it for inspiration or admiration, returning to the purest form the genre (and turning away from other unsavory political issues in the SL Steampunk world), I am displaying some of the more recent entries in Deviant art, a hotbed for new and emerging artists.
"On Patrol", by Zenzen
I have listed the title of their work and their "nom de plume" below each picture, so if you desire to see more of any individual's work, simply turn to Deviant art, and search on the artist in question, at: http://www.deviantart.com/...."
For more click The Heliograph: Deviant Art: Skyships II
Aether Chronicles: Airship Tours Begin in Caledon
From Aether Inglewood....
Aether Chronicles: Airship Tours Begin in Caledon
"....A new addition has been added to the Connolly Aerodrome in Caledon Penzance. Hovering above the airfield is a new blimp very similar to the one that has been there since my coming to Caledon. The difference? This new airship owned by Virrginia Tombola now provides air service from Connolly Aerodrome to Lionsgate Tower and back...."
Aether Chronicles: Airship Tours Begin in Caledon
Aether Chronicles: Airship Tours Begin in Caledon
"....A new addition has been added to the Connolly Aerodrome in Caledon Penzance. Hovering above the airfield is a new blimp very similar to the one that has been there since my coming to Caledon. The difference? This new airship owned by Virrginia Tombola now provides air service from Connolly Aerodrome to Lionsgate Tower and back...."
Aether Chronicles: Airship Tours Begin in Caledon
Monday, January 19, 2009
Saturday, January 17, 2009
Aether Chronicles: A Guide To Caledon's Airfields Part 4
Aether Inglewood recently wrote part 4 in her Guide to Caledon Airfields series....
Aether Chronicles: A Guide To Caledon's Airfields Part 4
"....Caledon Downs Airfield
Caledon Downs might very well be Caledon's prettiest airfield. Located as the name would suggest in Caledon Downs it's set in a rual, park like atmosphere, surrounded by trees and beautifully landscaped. Owned and operated by Bubba Daniels this is a lovely little landing spot. (as always be sure to click the photos for a better view)
Airfield Layout and Approach
Caledon Downs Airfield sits on the Northeastern edge of Caledon Downs and can be located by a revolving green and white beacon set on a hill just to the north of the runway. The Southern end of the landing strip is located at Caledon Downs 145,131,44, with a North/South layout...."
Aether Chronicles: A Guide To Caledon's Airfields Part 4
Aether Chronicles: A Guide To Caledon's Airfields Part 4
"....Caledon Downs Airfield
Caledon Downs might very well be Caledon's prettiest airfield. Located as the name would suggest in Caledon Downs it's set in a rual, park like atmosphere, surrounded by trees and beautifully landscaped. Owned and operated by Bubba Daniels this is a lovely little landing spot. (as always be sure to click the photos for a better view)
Airfield Layout and Approach
Caledon Downs Airfield sits on the Northeastern edge of Caledon Downs and can be located by a revolving green and white beacon set on a hill just to the north of the runway. The Southern end of the landing strip is located at Caledon Downs 145,131,44, with a North/South layout...."
Aether Chronicles: A Guide To Caledon's Airfields Part 4
Friday, November 28, 2008
Monday, November 10, 2008
Monday, September 15, 2008
Steampunk Explorer? No surprise here....
Thanks to Elle for this little diversion....
Try our other Steampunk test here.
Your result for The Steampunk Style Test...
The Explorer
You are the Explorer, the embodiment of steampunk’s adventuring spirit. For you, clothing should be rugged and reliable, and just as functional as it is attractive. You probably prefer khaki or leather, and your accessories are as likely to include weapons as technological gizmos. You probably wear boots and gloves, and maybe a pith helmet. Most of what you wear is functional, and if you happen to wear goggles people had better believe that you use them. In addition to Victorian exploration gear, your outfit probably includes little knickknacks from your various travels. Above all, you are a charming blend of rugged Victorian daring and exotic curiosity.
Try our other Steampunk test here.
Sunday, August 17, 2008
Space:1899
illconprods wrote: "What would happen if you took an episode of Gerry Anderson's classic sci-fi series Space:1999 and treated it like a silent movie? Well, maybe something like this.
Produced by us (Ill-Conceived Productions) for a Space:1999 convention in 2000, and later included as a bonus feature on the excellent DVD "Space:1999 and UFO - The Documentaries" by Fanderson, the official Gerry Anderson Appreciation Society...."
Bonus Video from hinesriley who wrote: "A LightWave 3D Rendering of Eagle One lifting off of Moonbase Alpha. I created Alpha Moonbase (Still under construction) from scratch. Eagle Model courtesy of James Murphy."
Produced by us (Ill-Conceived Productions) for a Space:1999 convention in 2000, and later included as a bonus feature on the excellent DVD "Space:1999 and UFO - The Documentaries" by Fanderson, the official Gerry Anderson Appreciation Society...."
Bonus Video from hinesriley who wrote: "A LightWave 3D Rendering of Eagle One lifting off of Moonbase Alpha. I created Alpha Moonbase (Still under construction) from scratch. Eagle Model courtesy of James Murphy."
Thursday, June 5, 2008
Otto Lilienthal - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
In a recent comment, Bela included a quote from Otto Lilienthal. For any aviation enthusiast or student of Victorian history, his biography is worth a look....
Otto Lilienthal - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Otto Lilienthal (born 23 May 1848 in Anklam, Province of Pomerania – died 10 August 1896 in Berlin) was a pioneer of human aviation who became known as the German "Glider King". He was the first person to make repeated successful gliding flights. He followed an experimental approach first established earlier in the century by Sir George Cayley. Newspapers and magazines in many countries published photographs of Lilienthal gliding, favorably influencing public and scientific opinion about the possibility of flying machines becoming practical reality after ages of idle fantasy and unscientific tinkering.
Otto Lilienthal - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Otto Lilienthal - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Otto Lilienthal (born 23 May 1848 in Anklam, Province of Pomerania – died 10 August 1896 in Berlin) was a pioneer of human aviation who became known as the German "Glider King". He was the first person to make repeated successful gliding flights. He followed an experimental approach first established earlier in the century by Sir George Cayley. Newspapers and magazines in many countries published photographs of Lilienthal gliding, favorably influencing public and scientific opinion about the possibility of flying machines becoming practical reality after ages of idle fantasy and unscientific tinkering.
"To invent an airplane is nothing. To build one is something. But to fly is everything."A quote from Wilbur Wright....
—Lilienthal
"Of all the men who attacked the flying problem in the 19th century, Otto Lilienthal was easily the most important. ... It is true that attempts at gliding had been made hundreds of years before him, and that in the nineteenth century, Cayley, Spencer, Wenham, Mouillard, and many others were reported to have made feeble attempts to glide, but their failures were so complete that nothing of value resulted."
—Wilbur Wright
Otto Lilienthal
Otto Lilienthal - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Friday, May 30, 2008
The RCAF Steampunk Betsy (part 1)
Bancos Milestone just released his new "Steampunk Betsy" Aircraft and placed a vendor in the quonset hut at Connolly Aerodrome. The Steampunk Betsy package includes Royal Caledon Air Force (RCAF) markings and Terra Combat System (TCS) for our dogfights...
Monday, May 19, 2008
Saturday, May 17, 2008
Amusing Caledon Chat Quote of the Day
Name withheld to protect the guilty...
"jeebus h. effin buddha! how many times do I have to tell you, I am not into necro furry baby trans pr0n! Go away or I won't take that thing off you and you'll have to explain it to your SL urologist. jeez."
Monday, April 14, 2008
Airliner crashes into Caledon Penzance Building!
(Caledon Penzance) At 2:30 PM SL Time on SLunday April 13, this reporter witnessed a most harrowing sight. A Jet Airplane crashed into several buildings in Caledon Penzance. Was it pilot error or SL Havok 4 mishap? We may never know for certain. The unknown pilot was last seen disembarking his plane and promptly disappeared into the aether, leaving his wreckage behind - and perhaps even his pride - nested in the side of a Penzance shop....
Monday, April 7, 2008
Ironclads and my return to WeGame....
This is my first video since the major upgrade for SL Windlight users. Note that the text is legible once again and the details are back.
The video itself shows preparations for a free-for-all Ironclads battle in the 19th Century sim known as Antiquity in Second Life.
The video itself shows preparations for a free-for-all Ironclads battle in the 19th Century sim known as Antiquity in Second Life.
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