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Earth Symbolism and references

In a word, Earth isthe symbol of life. All life.
Yes, the other elements (water, air, fire) are life forces too. But Earth is the accommodator:

• She allows great swaths to be sliced from her body as she yields to the waters of our world.
• She communicates with the air and without the Earth, air would be a lost and sorrowful daughter.
• Fire lives in the belly of Mother, and could not consummate without the foundational spark originating from Earth-based matter.

Within these contemplative contexts, we sense all threads of life are first woven with the fiber of Earth.
Furthermore, this interconnectedness reminds us not only is the Earth a stabilizing and a wholly physical symbol, it also represents a network. Earth is synonymous with belonging. She represents community and tribal wisdom. Earth is the embodiment of the concept of HOME.
In ancient Celtic symbolism, the Earth is a unifying force. Indeed, when a kinsman/woman passed on, he/she would not be reunited with their heavenly clan unless the element of earth touched the breast of their bodies. Consequently, native soil was required to cover the physical remnants of the dead. Celts aren’t the first to burry their dead beneath the soil, but its fascinating so many of our forebears intuitively knew the connection. The Earth is a consecrator. It anchors, reunites, and grounds all things in need of her balancing effect.
In the spirit of communicating that sense of wholeness and rooted dominion, many cultures strive to impress their surroundings with pictographs representing Earth. Here are a few for your consideration: ***googlesmall.sthml***

	Earth Symbol: This is commonly known as a standard planetary symbol for Earth. Logically, the circle symbolizes the globe, the Earth itself. The cross has variable symbolic meaning. In the sixteenth century the cross indicated the pervasive presence of Christianity (indeed, this symbol is also an icon meaning “church”). However, this symbol is common in many Native American tribes too (see next Earth symbol). The circle is a common, but not universal symbol for Earth. Some cultures such as Chinese adopt the square as their Earth icon.
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	Native American Earth Symbol: This is an artistic rendition of Ojibwa (Chippewa) symbol for Earth. The center circle symbolizes the Earth in its infant form. The vertical and horizontal lines represent the cosmic directions: North, South, East and West. The figures in each section symbolize the four great nations of mankind settling and ordering the Earth with a vision for cosmic harmony with all tribes and all life. See also Native American symbols.
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	Mayan Earth Symbol: An artistic rendition of Kab, Mayan symbol for Earth. The spiraling feature is symbolic of the creative god force moving upon and within the earth. The line is symbolic of foundation and time. The circles represent the phases of moon cycles (as the Maya hieroglyph for Earth is also the Moon-goddess who embodies the cycles of fertility) as well as the accumulative phases of immaterial progressing to the realm of material (Earth wrought from the phases of the birth process). Be sure to double check your facts on Mayan symbols/designs (this version was passed on to me by an uncle. There may be other variations in design ). See also Mayan symbols.
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	Chinese Trigram for Earth: This trigram is called the K’un (or K’uen) it represents “Big Earth,” the Mother, and passive/receptive energy (k'ien being the active principle). In Fung Shui this trigram signifies southwest directions and yielding properties. Note, Chinese symbology denotes the square as the symbol for earth where as many other cultures view a circle or oval as an Earth symbol. The Chinese Tiger is also a cultural correspondence with Earth in the Chinese culture. See also Chinese symbols.
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	Aristotelian Element Earth Symbols: The Greek philosopher Aristotle was one of the first to establish a structured set of symbols for all the elements. These are comprised of a series of triangles each representing the foundational, elemental law-holders of the Universe. Take a look at all these symbols by clicking here.

Correspondences to Earth in the animal realm are infinite. Most interestingly, in many cultures we see the Earth resting on the backs of various animals. Here are a few examples in myth and lore where we see animals carrying the Earth on their backs:

• Egypt = a brilliant Scarab
• Asia (southeast) = an epic Elephant
• Japan = a giant Fish (see also Koi)
• South and central Americas = a magnificent Serpent
• India = the steady Turtle (see also mother symbolism)

We can learn more about ourselves and others by observing Earth signs in astrology too. Astrology adopts the personality traits of the elements, and Taurus, Capricorn and Virgo are the Earth signs of the zodiac. By studying the character traits of these signs, we can translate some fascinating meanings in ourselves, our friends and family.
Another phenomenal study source for Earth characteristics is the suit of pentacles in the esoteric Tarot system. By contemplating the value of this suit, we give ourselves a symbolic language by which pentacles offer us key understanding to the underpinnings of Earth symbolism and its function in the grand scheme of life and behavior.
Mythology holds court to countless gods and goddesses associated with the Earth. To wit, the Greek word for land is Gaia, and she is the classic Earth goddess. Gaia was also depicted in triple form with Persephone the maiden, Demeter as mother and Hecate as crone. By studying this and other deities, our knowledge of Earth becomes personified - more human - and easily translatable to our every-day experience. Here are a few other archetypes who hail Earth as their prime energy force:

• Cihuacoatl - Aztec goddess of Earth and childbirth
• Geb - one of the rare male perspectives, he an Egyptian Earth god
• Nerthus - Germanic fertility goddess
• Ida - Nurturing Hindu earth goddess

From-http://www.whats-your-sign.com/earth-symbols.html

planning O_-

planning this out..

Aspects i need to cover in 1-3 months-

1-Concept Design- illustrations of environment and characters. Mood-setting-stylization

2.Interaction Design

3.Writing.

4.Animation

5.platform- programming

6.Final Form

AAAAAAAAA. I need a Flex/AS3 programmer NOW. 

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Khoya City Inspiration

look at treatment of the above illustration

References + Resources- Augmented Reality Children Fantasy book

More from the vaults of Khoya

Wanderlust-3d.-interesting ;)

http://www.switched.com/2008/11/03/augmented-reality-brings-pop-up-books-into-the-21st-century/
Augmented reality books
Metaio's Unifeye software uses a standard-issue Webcam and a Windows-based PC, and the system is able to render real-time 3-D images that float above the pages on your computer screen. This 21st century update of the timeless pop-up book requires no special markings or paper to function -- instead, the software uses the camera to recognize the specific dimensions and images on a page and renders the appropriate models and animations. Moving the book around causes the 3-D rendering to follow the pages around, but only as long as they stay within the field of view of the camera. We know, it sounds kinda zany, but it makes sense immediately when you see the video after the break.

Augmented Reality Books+Toys- References and Resources

https://netfiles.uiuc.edu/a-craig/www/AR/



Augmented Reality Book- Bad treatment.