Introduction to year 2 .
Week 1
The next assessment for CTS (Contextual Theoretical Studies) is a portfolio of writing on a chosen subject.
Today we were learning about Hyper realism, which is an art style that aims to look super real usually resembling highly detailed photographs. Hyper reality is a cultural concept where the lines between what’s real and what’s a representation or simulation can become blurred , Making it more Very difficult to distinguish between the two.
It makes me wonder about the world we live in, thoughts surrounding the idea that reality Is a simulated one.
Are we in some sort of hyper reality? What are the possibilities of being unable to tell the difference?
Is this hyper reality
When children engage in online gaming, they often immerse themselves so deeply in their avatars or characters that interactions with others, even negative ones, feel real to them. Despite the virtual nature of these encounters, the absence of physical presence makes the experiences seem less tangible. The digital environment can lead to a sense of detachment, allowing some individuals to behave differently than they might in the real world. In this context, the lines between reality and simulations become blurry, contributing to an environment where people may feel free to act in ways they wouldn’t offline. In the context of this new digital age, young people can develop a strong identification with their online personas. Instances of unkindness, while not physically felt, can still have a significant impact, as exemplified by a child feeling personally attacked when criticism is directed at their avatar’s clothing, translating into a perceived disapproval of their own attire.
People’s views on what’s real can totally change, and they might not even realize that some things aren’t actually real. For instance, when they’re not using tech, they might start thinking that the only valid way to connect with others is through online profiles. This mindset could even lead them to get into robotics, thinking it’s a legit part of who they are, and eventually, they might start living in a completely simulated reality. It shows how tech can seriously mess with our sense of what’s real and what’s not.
Facebook
This Facebook page talks about the indistinguishable reality a shares posts.
This man has a Tesco club card tattooed on his arm
Don’t Worry Darling – Final Trailer – Warner Bros. UK
This video shows the human inability to distinguish between the real and non real world it also shows to humans that see that reality as the real world they want to live in