Nick Atalos

@atalosfox.bsky.social

Just some queer nerdy wanderer exploring the mysteries of art, magic, and transmutation - Chapel Hill, NC

This is Bodie. His presence indicates the beginning of Pride Month. May his whimsy and steadfastness bring joy and confidence to all. 14/10 the parade starts right behind him 🌈🐾 (IG: hellobodie)

a golden retriever puppy on a bright pink rope leash prances through some tall grass. he’s wearing a brightly patterned bandana around his neck and is carrying a miniature six-stripe pride flag in his mouth. his front right paw is raised mid-stride, like he’s ready to hop into a pride parade at any second.

O Mighty Seth, Lord of the Desert and Master of Storms, He who commands the tempest and carves paths through uncharted sands. ⛈️ (Lil’ illustration of the Dragon of the Ishtar Gate)

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In Huichol, the term nierika refers to a portway between so-called ordinary and non-ordinary realities - also said to mean mirror as well as face of the deity. This nierika shows the four cardinal directions and the sacred center. The coordinating axis is placed in a field of fire. 🔥🔥💜

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Two details of the 'Vaso Vescovali" seated figures representing Draco, the dragon (first), and the planet Jupiter (second). Draco derives its power from 'eating' the sun and causing an eclipse. One of Jupiter's attributes is an inscribed banner, of which the first word appears to be 'power'.

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