#Transparent Display Industry

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Transparent Display Market - Forecast (2022 - 2027)

Transparent Displays Market size is forecast to reach $7.9 billion by 2026, at a CAGR of 44.9% during 2021-2026.  Growing demand for liquid crystal display based transparent displays for various verticals, increasing usage of transparent display for Head-Mounted Display (HMDs), and Head-Mounted Display products is analyzed to enhance the Transparent Display market share. In addition high growth for OLED based transparent display devices and high adoption of transparent display for digital signage products are expected to create significant growth opportunities for players in the market during the forecast period. In 2020, JDI developed transparent display with 87% high transparency, which is nearly the same as looking through a clear glass when the display is turned off.  In 2020, Panasonic has released commercial 55-inch transparent self-illuminating transparent OLED display panel that does not require a backlight. Hence these developments are analyzed to drive the Transparent Display industry in the forecast period 2021-2026.

Report Coverage

The report: “Transparent Displays Market Report– Forecast (2021-2026)”,by IndustryARC covers an in-depth analysis of the following segments of the Transparent Display market

By Type: LCD, OLED, E-Paper, Others

By Product: HMD, HUD, Digital Signage, Smart Appliance

By Display Size: Small, Medium, and Large

By Resolution: HD, Full HD, UHD, Others

By End User: Industrial, Retail and hospitality, Automotive, Aerospace and defense, Transportation, Healthcare, Sports and entertainment, others.

By Geography: North America (U.S, Canada, Mexico), South America(Brazil, Argentina and others), Europe(Germany, UK, France, Italy, Spain, Russia and Others), APAC(China, Japan India, SK, Aus and Others), and RoW (Middle East and Africa)

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Key Takeaways

Transparent Display market in APAC region held a significant market share of 39.2% in 2020, due to the increase in demand for transparent displays in various end users, such as automotive, Electronics, healthcare.

OLED segment has held significant share of 38% in 2020, rise in demand for OLED display technology due to advantages such as improved image quality, better contrast, higher brightness and much faster refresh rates with lower power consumption as compared to liquid crystal display technology is analyzed to drive the market growth.

High adoption of transparent display for digital signage products is analysed to drive the market growth.

Healthcare sector in Transparent Display Market is expected to witness a highest CAGR of 45.8% the forecast period. Increasing technological advancements in the healthcare industry is paving the way for the use of transparent displays in applications, such as surgery and patient check-up.

Transparent Display Market Segment Analysis - By Type

OLED segment has held significant share of 38.2% in 2020, rise in demand for OLED display technology due to advantages such as improved image quality, better contrast, higher brightness and much faster refresh rates with lower power consumption as compared to liquid crystal display technology is analysed to drive the market growth. Transparent OLED maximizes the advantages of OLED and can be used in various places from stores to autonomous vehicles. Moreover several companies have been launching advanced transparent OLED displays to gain the market traction. In 2021, LG Display has announced its plans to launch its transparent OLED screen. In 2020, Panasonic has released commercial 55-inch transparent self-illuminating transparent OLED display panel that does not require a backlight Hence, OLED display technology expected to provide ample opportunities for the transparent display market during the forecast period 2021-2026.

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Transparent Display Market Segment Analysis - By End User

Healthcare sector in Transparent Display Market is expected to witness a highest CAGR of 45.8% in the forecast period. Increasing technological advancements in the healthcare industry is paving the way for the use of transparent displays in applications, such as surgery and patient checkup. Transparent displays are being deployed to assist surgeons during critical operations. In addition, the healthcare industry is exhibiting a substantial growth Y-o-Y, moreover several companies and research institutes are developing these displays for various applications. In 2021, Industrial Technology Research Institute (ITRI) has developed a transparent display surgical navigation system that can reduce the risk of surgery. This system provides high accuracy direct view type virtual-real fusion image information to meet the needs of preoperative communication and intraoperative navigation. In addition this can also be used in medical teaching and smart surgery in the future. Similarly, Companies such as LG, Planar and other are providing digital signage and display technology for the healthcare industry ranges across applications in hospitals and medical offices abound. Hence these global trends are analyzed to create demand for Transparent Display industry in the forecast period 2021-2026.

Transparent Display Market Segment Analysis - By Geography

Transparent Display market in APAC region held significant market share of 39.2% in 2020, due to the increase in demand for transparent displays in various end users, such as automotive, Electronics, healthcare and so on is driving the market growth. In addition, high demand for transparent display panels in South Korea, China, and Japan is a major contributor to the growth of the market. The presence of display panel manufacturers gives it a prime benefit of adopting the latest technology-based display devices, which provides ample opportunities to the transparent display market. In 2019, LG Electronics Inc. completed the construction of its new transparent OLED screen production plant in China. This would extensively increase the production of transparent OLED screens, in display sizes of 55 inches and above, by 60,000 units per month. In 2020, Chinese electronics company Xiaomi has launched Mi TV LUX an edge-to-edge transparent display. Hence these factors are analyzed to drive the transparent display industry outlook.

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Transparent Display Market Drivers

Growing number of product launches with advancements is analyzed to drive the market.

Transparent displays are expected to change the way of using displays as this technology helps in displaying or transferring information. Many companies are investing in huge amount in R&D activities of transparent display technology. For instance, Samsung to launch a new triple foldable tablet and a transparent display phone in 2021. Similarly in 2021, Crystal Display Systems are planning to introduce the curved transparent liquid crystal display for retail displays that really give that unique edge that stand out from the usual displays. Japanese scientists invented intelligent glasses that remembers the place where people saw their keys, mobiles, and other things for the last time. Moreover, emergence of virtual reality devices compatible with smartphones supplements growth of this market. Furthermore, increasing awareness and adoption of advanced technologies are the factors that drive transparent display market share in the forecast period 2021-2026.

Miniaturization of Electronic Devices Drives the Need and Development of Transparent Display Technologies

These days, advanced technologies are growing faster where in each technology is renewed with implementation of new one. The transparent display came to solve major problems related to the device miniaturization. This lack of space on screen-based displays provide an opportunity for the development of transparent displays. The growth in transparent display market can be attributed to presence of major manufacturers and increasing R&D investments towards technology and product development by research universities and major manufacturers.  In 2019, Samsung has announced to invest $11 Billion into Next-Generation Displays. Similarly LG has committed to invest heavily for the development of this technology. Hence these investments are analyzed to provide opportunities for the Transparent Display market in the forecast period 2021-2026.

Transparent Display Market Challenges

High Capital Investment Required for the Development of Transparent Displays

Although Transparent Display market is analyzed to grow at a significant rate, the high initial investments required for the R&D of this technology is set to hamper the growth of the market. The competitive display technology segment, new functionalities will increase the cost of development of the products related to this technology. On the other hand most of the technologies required for the outward of transparent display are in development stage only. The high initial investments and slow development process will hinder the Transparent Display market size in the forecast period.

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Transparent Display Market Landscape

Product launches, acquisitions, Partnerships and R&D activities are key strategies adopted by players in the Transparent Display market. Transparent Display top 10 companies include Apple, Inc., AU Optronics Corp., Google, Inc., LG Electronics, Samsung Electronics, UDC Corp., Panasonic Corp., Sony Corp, Pioneer and Philips Corp. among others.

Acquisitions/Product Launches

In 2020, Panasonic has released 55-inch transparent OLED display module. The new Panasonic product uses a self-illuminating transparent OLED display panel that does not require a backlight.

In 2020, LG has partnered with Assa Abloy to supply transparent OLED automatic doors.

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Transparent Display Market 2022 Size, Share, Upcoming Industry Trends, Business Development Analysis, Segmentation and Forecast by 2028

Transparent Display Market 2022 Size, Share, Upcoming Industry Trends, Business Development Analysis, Segmentation and Forecast by 2028

This report studies the Transparent Display Market with many aspects of the industry like the market size, market status, market trends and forecast, the report also provides brief information of the competitors and the specific growth opportunities with key market drivers. Find the complete Transparent Display Market analysis segmented by companies, region, type and applications in the…

[strangebiology]

John Oliver just did an episode on body donation, which was very well-reported as usual.

It cites some older news including this amazing series on body brokers by Reuters. Some thoughts on anonymity being an issue:

It is shocking that there is no regulation on what it means to donate your body to "science," although, I'm not sure exactly who can say what that definition is or should be. Also, plenty of people would be happy to have their bodies used in a museum, but you CAN'T, because body donations are shuffled around and anonymized. We wouldn't have any issue with consent if we let people who WANT to be on display be on display.

When I read The Red Market, an amazing book about the trade in human body parts, it really highlighted the issues with mandated anonymity. WHY does a deceased heart, kidney, or blood donor need to be anonymous? That policy has led to horrific abuse of donors all over the world (egregious examples are given in China and India), living and dead, and the recipients have no idea because of that mandate. Mandated anonymity is a shield against regulation, public understanding, and accountability.

I wonder if people believe in anonymizing things because they think that makes the death not real. I've noticed people selling all sorts of human and animal remains with no description as to where they came from, and no one asks, and no one complains. I understand; sometimes some information is lost to time, or a business owner maybe can't take the time to verify the exact origins of things. Fine.

But take for example all these human fetuses for sale on Facebook. I'm not here to argue about that, although it's odd, and I understand both sides of the controversy regarding selling them. When I saw those posts, no one bats an eye.

Then when someone offered to sell her own aborted fetus (context: this person went in for an abortion but was told the fetus was dead anyway) people freaked out. In the same group where they're buying the fetuses of strangers. So...it's only ok to sell body parts when the person whose body it came from did not consent? That's our standard?

The same goes for animal body parts. "Hey, buy these dead rats!" Fine and dandy. "Buy these dead rats! Here is some context about their lives and/or deaths--" Disgusting! How dare you! Those were living things!

Death is disgusting and horrifying and I'm NOT saying that everyone has to think about it all the time or look at dead bodies or even understand it. What I am saying is that when we complain about transparency and enact policies that make it impossible to actually understand who these body parts are coming from, or to track them, that breeds an industry where abuse of consent is hard to avoid.

Lastly, the end of the Last Week Tonight show showed what happens when you let donors be known. It's beautiful.

[blueiskewl]

A Carlo Scarpa Vase Found in a Thrift Store Sells For $107,000 at Auction

When Jessica Vincent, who raises polo ponies on a farm outside Richmond, Virginia, was shopping at a Goodwill store in that city, she likely had no idea she might come upon a rare and perfectly intact glass vase by a renowned Italian designer that would fetch six figures at auction—but that’s exactly what happened.

That vase, the so-called “Pennellate” vase or Model 3664, by famed architect and designer Carlo Scarpa (1906–78) hit the block on December 13 at Wright Auction House, tagged with an estimate of $30,000–$50,000. It sold for $107,100.

“It’s an amazing story, that this very sophisticated piece of glass finds its way to Virginia,” said Richard Wright, founder of the auction house, in a phone interview. “It was expensive, not mass-produced, and it falls through the cracks all the way down to the Goodwill. It’s not even chipped.”

He added: “And this very charming woman who raises polo ponies finds it, and she isn’t sure what she’s found but she’s smart enough to do her research. She finds the Italian glass group on Facebook, and is smart enough not to sell it for the first offer she gets, of $10,000.”

Standing about 13½-inches high, the object dates from about 1947 and is made with pieces of applied opaque and transparent glass that mimic brushstrokes across the glass’s surface (pennellate means brushstroke in Italian). Scarpa designed it for the Italian art glass maker Venini, located on the Venetian island of Murano.

Wright Auction House described the vessel as one of the rarest pieces the house has offered in a decade of auctions, and in fact only one other vase with this exact color combination is known to exist, in what the house calls an established private collection. The vase was included in its “Important Italian Glass” sale, which also offered examples by designers including Ercole Barovier, Tomaso Buzzi, and Dino Martins.

The current auction high for a Scarpa vase is also a Venini piece, a Laccati Neri e Rossi from 1940 that fetched about $309,000 at Christie’s Paris in 2012, soaring past its high estimate of about $64,000, according to the Artnet Auction Price Database.

Trained as an architect and designer, Scarpa is known for his architectural renovations, his glass, and his industrial design. He has come in for a renewed round of attention in recent years, for example in an exhibition organized by contemporary sculptor Carol Bove and pairing her own work with his, at the Henry Moore Institute in Leeds, England and at Museion in Bolzano, Italy.

“Venini Glass by Carlo Scarpa: The Venini Company, 1932-1947” appeared at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in 2013–14. It was while working with Venini, the museum said, that Scarpa “redefined the parameters of glassblowing in terms of aesthetics and technical innovation.” He created two dozen styles of vases, “pioneering techniques, silhouettes and colors that thoroughly modernized the ancient tradition of glassblowing.” In the 1930s and 1940s, their collaborations were on display at venues including the Milan Triennale and the Venice Biennale.

By Brian Boucher.

[panvani]

There's this huge mythos around Dark Themes that posits that Dark Themes in writing are treated with disdain/suspicion, or that authors that write about Dark Themes are subject to substantially more investigation or criticism within the industry at large compared to authors that don't write Dark Themes. And like. Obviously if your story contains upsetting content, you're more frequently going to hear about people refusing to engage with your story out of hand, but... this is almost always based on personal comfort/preference, rather than Moral, Artistic Opposition. I know plenty of people who won't watch a movie if a dog dies in it, but you don't see swarms of people boycotting John Wick.

The conventional wisdom that stories with Dark Themes will be less popular is pretty obviously untrue if you consider anything about pop culture in almost any period of history. If we speak in recent pop culture (as is generally meant)... Game of Thrones/A Song of Ice and Fire is incredibly well known for its depiction of rape/CSA/incest, as is Stephen King's It. Star Wars is subject to parody for its recurrent themes of incest. These are incredibly popular, socially acceptable, mainstream works, criticism of which (on the basis of their content) has done nothing to stop each from making completely insane amounts of money. Whenever I see people claim that a work is avant-garde for its Dark Themes, it's almost always a work that has been incredibly commercially successful with no large critical backlash-- take, for example, Hanya Yanagihara's A Little Life, which occupies shelves upon shelves of display cases in Barnes and Noble despite its depiction of multiple explicit CSA and self harm scenes.

What works are subject to scrutiny ostensibly on the basis of their 'dark themes,' like Vladimir Nabokov's Lolita or Toni Morrison's The Bluest Eye, tend to be far more tame by comparison-- The Bluest Eye contains one extremely short and exceptionally dry description of a man raping his daughter, and Lolita contains no explicit sexual scenes at all. Actually what causes these works to be subject to criticism is the fact that they depict child abuse in a way which causes reader discomfort, rather than excitement. Nabokov actually joked about how he was strongly criticized for the lack of child sex abuse scenes in his novel, and attempts to ban Morrison's novel are usually transparently racist.

And, I mean, sure, there is an extent population that will become strongly critical of a work after learning that it has themes of abuse, regardless of the actual execution of these themes... but somehow whenever I see authors talk about how they're basically Christ on the cross for including a child rape scene in their novel (or fanfiction), they do so from a place of artistic and cultural success, and are lauded for doing so. It's just... immensely tiring.

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albedo / reader

# modern!au, dating, mentioned assault (slapping), 800 words.

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“what were you doing?” there’s so much acid in your tone you find yourself shrivelling inside. it’s the first time you’ve talked to your best friend like this—but is it your best friend in front of you?

he has the same shoulder-length blonde hair, sparkling blue eyes, and air of calmness that drew you to say hi many years back. however, things have changed. not just after he became an actor, constantly shapeshifting as the camera demands, but after you agreed to be his fake partner to chase off his dedicated fans.

you were getting the full course—death threats, hate comments, proclamations of inadequacy—but, hey, at least you experienced it in albedo’s mansion, lazing in a tub with systems allowing you to set the waters to any temperatures, scented candles burning near the sink, and foamy bubbles to call your friends.

(albedo doesn’t use this washroom anyways. he has so much money after giving away a sum to the knights of favonius charity foundation that he spent his reminding money to renovate the toilets.)

you can handle that because everything is a hoax and when the contract expires you’ll just disappear into the shadow realm, but what albedo did was unacceptable.

he chucks his car keys into an translucent chute, the brand “kreideprinz” stamped on it. the keys promptly appear in a transparent box hung near the door, hooked under the label “car keys” ready to be dropped like an item on the vending machine. oh yeah, he’s an inventor first and foremost.

his acting career started recently thanks to his mum pulling strings in the industry, yet it has changed him so much for a side gig. you don’t know how to feel seeing his face around the city.

“marching into the cafe, getting into a fight, and then ruining a very perfect afternoon,” you seethe, crossing your arms and rebelling by not following him further into the mansion. “it was just a meet up between friends. i even brought a third person along to make sure it didn’t look like a date.”

“if there was a third wheel, it technically is a date, isn’t it?”

your hand drags across your face. “it doesn’t give you an excuse to act the way you did. so what if it was a date?”

“you signed a contract that you’re dating me,” his voice is monotonous, quiet. it’s like the creeping frost on a winter night. you shiver, but push that feeling aside because you’re not backing down. “as per the contract, we cannot go after our own interests. the fact you went on a date breeches that.”

“okay, fine,” you will relent only for this. he’s right that you should have declined the offer flat, but when albedo’s lesser-known colleague wanted to introduce you to a new indie cafe, the inner cafe-enthusiast in you couldn’t resist. you’ve finally found a quiet company in a cafe with privacy and peace…

“you could have asked me to join you instead,” he adds as he takes a cup of water.

“that would ruin the mood. the paparazzi are relentless,” you explain. “actually, you killed the mood the moment you stepped in and caused a scene.”

he sets the plastic bag of your half eaten pie on the living room table along with the cup of water. he has an eyebrow raised, as if presenting your now cold pie is going to reduce the flames burning in you.

“i was just acting like i’m in love. i’m an actor, after all.”

you want to roll your eyes, the translucent chute in the corner of your peripheral feels like a stain in your sight. really? an actor? did he forget the pictures he painted hanging on the walls of his mansion too?

“anyways, let’s leave this behind…” he mumbles, eyes downcast. when he meets your gaze, you expect to face with raging coldness (the type his light blue eyes are suited for, and the emotion he normally displays for the screen), but you’re met with a softer expression.

“an act?” you scoff, looking sideways. “but is it really an act? you didn’t need to slap your colleague.”

“what if i told you it isn’t, then?”

you look at him, eyes narrowed. how dare he plays this game—but he’s serious.

“what if i was jealous,” he says as he walks towards you. you back away until you hit the door. “what if i have fallen for you?”

your breath hitches in your throat. this can’t be real. he just wants to get a reaction out of you. (the albedo you know will never do this but you’re not facing the albedo you befriended years ago. you’re dealing with albedo the actor.)

despite all logic, the possibility that his feelings for you are real pokes itself through the mess in your head and whispers, “you’re dead”.

if albedo really likes you, you don’t know how much worse the death threats and mean comments and everything not-nice will weigh. you’re barely holding onto your self-esteem.

“i need a bath,” you breathe out, and he’s a gentlemen to create distance. your hand flies to your temple, a headache slowly hardening in the back of your mind.

“let me bring you—”

“no,” you growl. “you’ve done enough.” and you stomp up the staircase to meet with your bubbly friends.

───・

dumplingsjinson, story time: i’m fake dating my famous best friend / “What are you doing?” “Acting like I’m in love. I’m an actor/actress, after all. It’s in the job description.” “But is this really just an act?”

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High-Risk Credit Card Processing: Overcoming the Challenges

Article by Jonathan Bomser | CEO | Accept-Credit-Cards-Now.com

In today's ever-changing digital landscape, businesses, regardless of their size, are flocking to e-commerce to connect with a global clientele. However, for specific industries categorized as high-risk, the journey towards accepting credit card payments is riddled with distinctive challenges. High-risk credit card processing spans sectors such as CBD sales, credit repair, and others, which frequently grapple with stringent regulations and heightened scrutiny. In this piece, we dive deep into the realm of high-risk payment processing, shedding light on the obstacles that merchants face and unveiling the strategies available to expertly navigate this intricate terrain.

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[denied-enby-fuckbot]

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[jasonraish]

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I tried to do something a little different this year and change the format of my Croquet and Ink series and add a little narrative possibility to it where the viewer can imagine their own story. Are they at separate croquet garden party fundraisers? One in Connecticut and one in Los Angeles and someone has slighted someone and now made someone's sh!t list and are now advising their partner/colleague/cousin via long distance phone call delivered by the white gloved butler directly to the croquet pitch to buy that business right out from under their new arch nemesis' husband's feet? The possibilities are endless. I also thought the prints would be fun displayed as a pair back to back with the phone lines less than subtly hinting at a connection.

A Dandy Wellington and Jason Raish collaboration. 100% of proceeds donated to The FIT Black Student Illustrators Award fund. These timed editions are available for 2 weeks only, never to be printed again (edition size will be the final number of prints sold). Sales begin April 28th @12:00pm EST until May 12th @12:00pm EST

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$1,500 no-strings-attached awards will be given to Black student applicants displaying artistic merit and financial need graduating from New York’s Fashion Institute of Technology BFA illustration program. Recipients can do as they please with the award money as there’s no one way to reach your artistic goals. Recent data from The Illustrators Survey shows that 3% of the illustration industry is Black. Our goal is to help Black students bridge the gap between graduation and professional success so they can be seen, heard, and shape the narrative of this industry they are so underrepresented in.

If you want to make an individual donation please go to www.fitnyc.edu/give and be sure note the changed process: Choose other from the dropdown menu and manually type in FIT Black Student Illustrators Award to ensure you are donating to this fund. It is a 501(c)(3) organization. All the accounting and final $ amount of proceeds will be transparently and publicly shown and the final edition size announced.

I continued my Croquet and Ink series and created 2 illustrations exclusively for this fundraiser. This series takes the stuffy, conservative, homogenous nature of vintage high fashion and sets it alongside the rebellious self expression of tattoos (Japanese Ukiyo-e inspired). Add the historically upper crust game of croquet and you’ve got Croquet and Ink. As Dandy Wellington says: Vintage Style NOT Vintage Values.

In the summer of 2020 I found myself feeling paralyzed and useless during the renewed social justice movement and wanted to do something. Dandy Wellington and I have known each other for a few years and when he issued his #BlackApparelArts challenge I thought maybe the best thing I can do as an illustrator is fundraise with my art. I had just started teaching at FIT (my alma mater), we got together, ruminated, slapped our knees and said, this whole thing was born of illustration why don’t we get hyper-local and and support Black illustration students at FIT! We got to work and this is our 3rd year doing this. The fund was created under the FIT Foundation 501(c)(3) charitable giving arm.

We've partnered with FIT's own PrintFX print lab for the 12x18” Epson giclée 192 g/m matte archival prints to be signed and numbered. I've also partnered with Framebridge to provide framing. I personally use them a lot and make no money from this, I just want people to have a nice time and alleviate the hassle of getting things framed. 10% of Framebridge's cost will be donated to the fund and 100% of print proceeds will be donated.

For Prints: Save on shipping when you order two or more. For Frames: Free shipping provided by Framebridge when you buy a frame. I ship them the signed print, they frame it and ship it to you. Please allow 4-6 weeks for shipping as it's just me packing and shipping orders, on top of Framebridge's processing time. 

Purchasers and donors are encouraged to leave a comment/note/encouragement at the checkout screen for the future recipients of this award and I will make sure they receive them. Hopefully this initiative is a start to diversifying the illustration industry and getting some great art for your walls at the same time!

And as always support the previous years winners:

Corinne Southerland @cori456_joyce, Adesewa Adekoya @blk.indigo, Shaniya Carrington @scrco.art, Jenis Littles @jenisdraws, Rico Ford @rico_antonio76, Dayna Moore @designmoore_studios

[the-divine-realms]

Artificial Intelligence and Creative Works

Man, AI is a touchy subject in relation to art and for reasons I fully understand. It's very frustrating to see that we have these engines capable of crazy, complicated processes, and we use them to create art rather than bettering the more mundane sides of everyday life. It really makes it harder for freelance and smaller creators to get a foothold in any kind of artistic industry - even creeping into places like photography where it makes even less sense. So, I feel like a shithead using it - but for the time being, it's the only way I can "afford" to have reference art pieces for my world building projects.

All this being said, I suppose I wanted to clarify my stance with AI art before beginning to display what I've generated. I don't prefer AI art by any stretch! Anything I post in relation to the Divine Realms is merely a placeholder until a time comes that I can commission traditional artists to help bring the world to life. It feels icky, and hypocritical, but even among my friends having these reference pieces has drastically increased a desire to pick around and learn more about the Divine Realms.

For transparency sake; I am using the Picsart AI engine for these creations, which, as far as I am aware, uses Art Station as its source with an opt in/out option for artists. I will clarify if there is AI used in any image and hope this explanation helps in keeping peace between the Divine Realms and Art Communities.

[materialsscienceandengineering]

Going back to basics yields a printable, transparent plastic that's highly conductive

It was a simple idea—maybe even too simple to work.

Research scientist James Ponder and a team of Georgia Tech chemists and engineers thought they could design a transparent polymer film that would conduct electricity as effectively as other commonly used materials, while also being flexible and easy to use at an industrial scale.

They'd do it by simply removing the nonconductive material from their conductive element. Sounds logical, right?

The resulting process could yield new kinds of flexible, transparent electronic devices—things like wearable biosensors, organic photovoltaic cells, and virtual or augmented reality displays and glasses.

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[wearmiho]

What Is The Role Of Sustainable Cloth Manufacturer In Fashion Industry?

Sustainability has become a hot talk in the fashion industry because consumers now demand more environmentally friendly and ethically manufactured clothing. Fashion brands have already started to join hands with sustainable clothes manufacturers to provide sustainable clothing for customers. Additionally, it helps them contribute something to creating a sustainable future and reaps various other benefits.

But, still, many fashion stores and brands do not realize the importance of collaborating with sustainable cloth manufacturers. It is because of a lack of awareness about them and what they actually do for the betterment of the future. In this article, you will get a chance to know about the sustainable cloth manufacturers. It will change your perspective and let you join hands with them.

A glance at the impact of conventional cloth manufacturing

Before knowing the importance of sustainable cloth manufacturing, it is necessary to understand how traditional manufacturers affect the environment. It will be an eye-opener for everyone who thinks that the traditional method is advantageous. From raw material cultivation to clothes production and distribution, this traditional practice consumes huge amounts of energy, resources, and water. 

Let’s take cotton production as an example because it is the widely utilized fabric in the fashion domain. The production of cotton demands heavy usage of water and pesticides that damages soil and water. Further, the energy-intensive processes involved in manufacturing contribute much to air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions.

These are the major reasons for fashion brands give importance to sustainability and look for reputable sustainable fabric manufacturers. Scroll down your eyes to know more details about those manufacturers.

Role of Sustainable Clothing Manufacturer

Sustainable clothing manufacturers play a major role in promoting environmentally friendly garments. This practice reduces waste and energy consumption greatly because eco-friendly materials are used in the production.

On the other hand, manufacturers give priority to accountability and transparency. Thus, consumers get all the information about the supply chains and production practices. It helps both consumers and fashion brands to take informed decisions and give their support for sustainability. 

The sky-rocketing growth of the fashion industry has impacted the environment greatly. Upon adopting sustainability concepts, fashion brands can put an end to the environmental problems caused by traditional cloth manufacturing. 

Top brands in the fashion industry have started sustainable cloth production by joining hands with sustainable garment manufacturers. It helps minimize their carbon footprint and water usage. When all the brands integrate sustainable practices into their manufacturing, the environment will be saved.

In addition, they can offer better working conditions for their employees and pay them good wages. It also maximizes productivity, boosts sales, and minimizes turnover rates at the factories. Overall, sustainability does big magic in the fashion industry.

Tips to find a sustainable cloth manufacturer 

Finding a sustainable cloth manufacturer is the best way to change your business practice. The first thing to do is search for sustainable cloth manufacturers in your preferred search engine. 

Prepare a list of the manufacturer that suit your brand objectives and check their website for display trust seals and authenticity verification. Review their product specifications and contact them to get a quote. 

Compare quotes of various manufacturers to choose the right one suitable for your budget and expectations.

[lizbethborden]

Wym about Ammonite being a joke? Never saw it but it's been recommended to me before so I'd love to know the tea

Honestly, Ammonite is a pretty transparent ripoff of Portrait of a Lady on Fire.

PoaLoF is a movie written and directed by a lesbian, Céline Sciamma, to deliberately transgress typical romantic tropes; it's made to look sensitively and meaningfully at female experience, to "celebrate the sexiness of consent" as Sciamma put it, and even if it doesn't have a happy ending, to show the possibility of connection and active desire even for a brief time between women. It's designed to challenge traditional female roles and to display female interiority even within the confines of patriarchal worlds and the patriarchal parts women play to/around each other. It is a lesbian film with lesbian interests at its core; she specifically rejects how popular media elides the word "lesbian" and insists on the movie's lesbian identity. In classic dyke fashion she also cast her ex as one of the main characters, that being Adèle Haenel, who recently left the film industry, rejecting it as a prop for "a capitalist, patriarchal, racist, sexist world of structural inequality." Haenel also famously walked out of the César Awards after Roman Polanski won Best Director in 2020.

Ammonite is a movie, written and directed by a man, that in some shots and beats is almost 1:1 with PoaLoF. The extremely visible similarity actually disgusted me when I first watched it. It stars two straight women, Kate Winslet and Saoirse Ronan, in an apparent sort of "biopic" about Mary Anning, about whose sexuality very little was actually known; as my friend @naiadpress has let me know (just today we were talking about this, actually) there's no historical basis for the lesbian romance--which, don't get me wrong, I'm soooooo down to pretend historical women were gay/bi when they weren't; but it's a cherry on top of the male prerogatives taken in the movie that a random woman for whom no evidence of a gay history exists would be grabbed out of the history books and subjected to a dramatization that doesn't have parallels in her actual life. The only actual lesbian involved in the production is Fiona Shaw, who can do nothing wrong in my eyes. It's just a kind of... Embarrassing attention-grab attempt by a man, done to capitalize on the hegemony English-language movies and famous English-speaking actresses have in the awards sphere.

Watch PoaLoF, then watch Ammonite right after and you'll see what I mean. Ammonite is just such a disappointment, through and through. And sorry, but the sex scene is ATROCIOUS. Brutally unsexy and unerotic and not a pit or pussy hair in sight. Saddest thing I've ever seen.

[brokles87]

Artopay websiteArtopay: The Ultimate Online Platform for Artists and Art Enthusiasts

Introduction: In the digital age, artists are thriving by showcasing their work to a global audience. Artopay is a revolutionary website that offers a one-stop solution for artists to exhibit and sell their creations while connecting with art enthusiasts from across the world. This article explores the features and benefits of Artopay, highlighting how it has transformed the way artists and art lovers interact and engage.

User-Friendly Interface: Artopay boasts a user-friendly interface that allows artists to effortlessly create and manage their online galleries. With intuitive controls and customizable options, artists can easily upload high-quality images of their artwork, provide detailed descriptions, and set fair prices. This streamlined process helps artists focus on their creativity while effectively promoting and selling their work.

Art Categorization and Discovery: One of the standout features of Artopay is its extensive categorization system. Artists can tag their artwork with specific themes, mediums, and styles, making it easier for art enthusiasts to explore and discover pieces of interest. Whether it's abstract paintings, sculptures, digital art, or photography, Artopay ensures that every artistic genre finds its place, attracting a diverse range of potential buyers.

Artwork Promotion and Marketing: Artopay understands the challenges artists face in promoting their artwork effectively. To address this, the website provides various marketing tools and strategies to boost artists' visibility. From featured artist profiles and curated collections to social media integration and email marketing campaigns, Artopay takes proactive steps to showcase artists to a wider audience, increasing their chances of making sales and gaining recognition.

Secure Payment and Transaction System: Artopay operates on a secure payment platform, ensuring a safe and reliable experience for both buyers and artists. With multiple payment options, including credit cards, PayPal, and cryptocurrency, the website facilitates seamless transactions while safeguarding financial information. Moreover, Artopay ensures that artists receive prompt payments and provides detailed transaction tracking for transparency.

Community Engagements and Feedback: Artopay fosters a vibrant and supportive community of artists and art enthusiasts. The website offers interactive features such as forums, artist profiles, and the ability to connect with other members. This communal environment encourages collaboration, inspiration, and valuable feedback, enabling artists to grow their skills, expand their networks, and develop their artistic style further.

Conclusion: Artopay has emerged as an invaluable platform for artists worldwide, revolutionizing the way art is displayed, promoted, and sold. Through its user-friendly interface, innovative marketing strategies, secure payment systems, and engaging community features, Artopay caters to the needs of both artists and art lovers, enhancing the overall art experience. Whether you're an artist looking to showcase your work or an art aficionado seeking unique pieces, Artopay offers a comprehensive online solution that truly transforms the art industry.

[hashirun]

Hey, HR here! Based on my own experience, It will depend on what kind of industry you are in. I worked in a food retail company, so if an applicant displays flu-like symptoms or has a higher-than-normal body temperature, the company doctor may request additional tests, particularly in light of our previous experience with the COVID-19 pandemic.

Hello! Thank you — I was able to have my medical earlier this week already, I declared I was sick the previous week na din for transparency's sake (both to the agency coordinating with the company that hired me and the clinic in charge of my PEME) pero they didn't ask me to do any additional tests naman na. I'm now just waiting for my employment pass so I can apply for my single entry work visa :)

[kushitworld]

Elevate Your Fitness Business: Uncovering the SEO Benefits

In the digital age, the fitness industry is booming, and competition is fierce. As a fitness business owner, it’s crucial to stand out and reach your target audience effectively. One of the most powerful tools at your disposal is Search Engine Optimization (SEO). In this article, we’ll explore how harnessing the SEO benefits can help elevate your fitness business and drive growth.

1. Increased Visibility in Search Engines

The primary goal of SEO is to improve the visibility of your fitness business in search engine results. By optimizing your website and content, you increase the likelihood of appearing on the first page of search results when potential clients search for fitness-related services in your area. Enhanced visibility means more exposure to your target audience, leading to increased inquiries and bookings.

2. Targeted Traffic

SEO enables you to attract highly targeted traffic. Instead of casting a wide net and hoping for random visitors, you can focus your efforts on specific keywords and phrases relevant to your fitness services. For instance, you can optimize your content for keywords such as “personal training in [your city],” “yoga classes,” or “online fitness coaching.” By aligning your content with these keywords, you attract visitors who are actively seeking the services you offer, increasing the likelihood of converting them into clients.

3. Showcase Your Services

Your website serves as a digital brochure for your fitness business. It’s where potential clients get their first impression of your services. By optimizing your website with clear and detailed information about your fitness programs, trainers, and facility, you provide a comprehensive resource for visitors. Include high-quality images, descriptions, and pricing information to give a transparent view of what you offer. This transparency helps build trust and encourages potential clients to get in touch.

4. Client Testimonials and Reviews

Client testimonials and reviews are crucial in the decision-making process for potential clients. Encourage satisfied clients to leave reviews on platforms like Google, Yelp, or Facebook, and prominently display them on your website. Positive reviews not only enhance your credibility but also improve your SEO. Search engines value user-generated content, and highly-rated businesses tend to rank better in search results.

5. Local SEO for Enhanced Visibility

Local SEO is particularly significant for fitness businesses, as clients often seek services within their geographic area. To enhance your local SEO, ensure that your business is listed on Google My Business and other local directories. Consistency in your business’s NAP (Name, Address, Phone Number) information across these platforms is vital for local search engine rankings. This will help your fitness business appear in local search results, attracting clients in your vicinity.

6. Valuable Content

Creating informative and engaging content is vital for SEO success. Regularly publish blog posts, articles, and fitness tips on your website. This content can be related to workout routines, nutrition, wellness advice, or success stories of your clients. Besides providing value to your audience, it offers opportunities to incorporate relevant keywords, further boosting your website’s SEO.

7. Mobile Optimization

With the surge in mobile device usage, having a mobile-responsive website is essential. Search engines like Google prioritize mobile-friendly websites in their rankings. A responsive design ensures that your website looks and functions seamlessly on various devices, improving the user experience and enhancing your SEO.

8. Social Media Integration

While not a direct SEO factor, a strong presence on social media platforms can indirectly impact your online visibility. Share fitness tips, success stories, and blog posts on platforms like Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. Encourage your followers to engage with your content, as social signals such as likes, shares, and comments can positively influence your website’s SEO.

9. Continuous Monitoring and Adaptation

SEO is an ongoing process that requires regular monitoring and adaptation. Tools like Google Analytics and Google Search Console provide valuable insights into your website’s performance. Keep an eye on your rankings, the keywords that drive traffic, and the pages that are the most popular. Make adjustments to your SEO strategy based on the data you collect to stay competitive in the dynamic fitness industry.

In conclusion, SEO is a powerful tool for elevating your fitness business in the digital world. It enhances your online visibility, attracts targeted traffic, and establishes your expertise in the fitness industry. By optimizing your website, creating high-quality content, and engaging with potential clients on social media, you can leverage SEO to grow your fitness business and stand out in a competitive market. Remember that SEO is an ongoing effort, and staying updated with the latest trends is essential for maintaining your competitive edge in the ever-evolving world of digital marketing.

Source: https://kushitworld.com/2023/10/31/elevate-your-fitness-business-uncovering-the-seo-benefits/