So it's been a while since my last post. Thought I'd try my hand at this again, so here we go...In the 1960's the United States government was engaged in a series of studies regarding the physical and emotional effects of psychedelics. These studies revealed invaluable and fascinating insights into the realms of neuroscience, consciousness, and spirituality. Such studies have interested me for many years as they help to elucidate the scientific benefits of studying psychedelics and their interactions with the brain, an area of research which has been in almost complete deadlock since the beginning of "The Drug War" over 40 years ago.
I first stumbled upon "Nine Drawings" this summer while exploring new realms of artwork, particularly those inspired by psychedelics. Incidentally, the host website, cowboybooks.com.au, contains many other trippy exhibits which are similarly interesting, so I recommend checking them out.Regardless, "Nine Drawings" is a shortened record of a study done in the 1960's which observed the effects of lysergic acid diethylamide (LSD) on individuals with artistic backgrounds. Following LSD administration to the artist, he was instructed to draw a series of nine drawings, all of the same man. The progression of the drawings is truly remarkable and brings up interesting questions regarding the nature of consciousness and perception.
Take the time to really look at each picture, and enjoy. Perhaps in time we will once again realize the potential benefits of such studies and the value of psychedelics as tools for mediating positive life experiences.Good travels,
Jeet
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