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Sydney Morning Herald
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Sydney Morning Herald
The artwork taking flight above one of Sydney's busiest metro stations
The finished artwork, The Seeds of Flight, is open to the public. Completed in the past few months, it reflects his fascination with alternative flight methods. It also captures the dream of floating free from fossil fuels, batteries, lithium, solar panels, helium and hydrogen, which is the goal of Aerocene, the non-profit foundation he initiated. Inspired by Alexander Graham Bell's tetrahedral kite experiments, these sculptures don't just look like they can fly; earlier models have taken flight. The colours are those of the Australian bush, developed with Matt Poll, manager of Indigenous programs at the Australian Maritime Museum. Saraceno said it was an 'artwork that drifts along the rivers of the wind, suspended like stars and planets carrying constellations of life's seeds through the universe … it attempts to remind us that we are all on board this Mother Earth'. 'Together with spores, spiders, birds, eucalyptus trees, can humans also float freely, without lithium or fossil fuels? 'In the interest of the trillions of inhabitants who would like to keep journeying around the sun, might we choose orbits of solidarity over extraction?' Connecting science with art, Saraceno has brought together musicians, scientists, aerospace engineers, ballooning experts, physicists, kite makers and Indigenous elders to reimagine and reinvent our relationship with the air and the earth. Saraceno's interest in spiders resulted in major installations at Tasmania's MONA and Britain's Tate Modern, where his installation Web(s) of Life received rave reviews. As well as major exhibitions and installations, Saraceno has done an international space program at NASA's Ames Centre, studied with the Centre National d'Études Spatiales, Paris, and continues to work with the MIT Centre for Art, Science and Technology in Cambridge. Saraceno founded Arachnophilia, an interdisciplinary research community with MIT and the Max Planck Institute, and recorded the vibrations of spider webs. He then invited musicians to jam with the sounds, to unveil their hidden musicality. He also created the Spider Web Scan – a laser-supported tomographic method – to study the architecture of their webs. Aerocene has broken records for solar-powered flight. In January 2020, Aerocene Pacha piloted by Leticia Noemi Marqués set 32 records for solar-powered flights recognised by the Fédération Aéronautique Internationale. An interview with Saraceno is like being carried along a jet stream. Was he an artist or a scientist? 'I am a little bit of everything,' he said. Saraceno abhors the myth of the lone genius, detests Elon Musk's Starlink with its reliance on fossil fuels, and says the only way to change the world is through collaboration. Loading Single disciplines cannot solve problems such as climate change, global warming and inequality. 'So why don't we try to weave or work together in different ways?' Seeds of Flight, developed by Investa on behalf of Oxford Properties Group and Mitsubishi Estate Asia, took more than two years to design and produce following a 13-month selection process led by curator Barbara Flynn.
The Age
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Age
The artwork taking flight above one of Sydney's busiest metro stations
The finished artwork, The Seeds of Flight, is open to the public. Completed in the past few months, it reflects his fascination with alternative flight methods. It also captures the dream of floating free from fossil fuels, batteries, lithium, solar panels, helium and hydrogen, which is the goal of Aerocene, the non-profit foundation he initiated. Inspired by Alexander Graham Bell's tetrahedral kite experiments, these sculptures don't just look like they can fly; earlier models have taken flight. The colours are those of the Australian bush, developed with Matt Poll, manager of Indigenous programs at the Australian Maritime Museum. Saraceno said it was an 'artwork that drifts along the rivers of the wind, suspended like stars and planets carrying constellations of life's seeds through the universe … it attempts to remind us that we are all on board this Mother Earth'. 'Together with spores, spiders, birds, eucalyptus trees, can humans also float freely, without lithium or fossil fuels? 'In the interest of the trillions of inhabitants who would like to keep journeying around the sun, might we choose orbits of solidarity over extraction?' Connecting science with art, Saraceno has brought together musicians, scientists, aerospace engineers, ballooning experts, physicists, kite makers and Indigenous elders to reimagine and reinvent our relationship with the air and the earth. Saraceno's interest in spiders resulted in major installations at Tasmania's MONA and Britain's Tate Modern, where his installation Web(s) of Life received rave reviews. As well as major exhibitions and installations, Saraceno has done an international space program at NASA's Ames Centre, studied with the Centre National d'Études Spatiales, Paris, and continues to work with the MIT Centre for Art, Science and Technology in Cambridge. Saraceno founded Arachnophilia, an interdisciplinary research community with MIT and the Max Planck Institute, and recorded the vibrations of spider webs. He then invited musicians to jam with the sounds, to unveil their hidden musicality. He also created the Spider Web Scan – a laser-supported tomographic method – to study the architecture of their webs. Aerocene has broken records for solar-powered flight. In January 2020, Aerocene Pacha piloted by Leticia Noemi Marqués set 32 records for solar-powered flights recognised by the Fédération Aéronautique Internationale. An interview with Saraceno is like being carried along a jet stream. Was he an artist or a scientist? 'I am a little bit of everything,' he said. Saraceno abhors the myth of the lone genius, detests Elon Musk's Starlink with its reliance on fossil fuels, and says the only way to change the world is through collaboration. Loading Single disciplines cannot solve problems such as climate change, global warming and inequality. 'So why don't we try to weave or work together in different ways?' Seeds of Flight, developed by Investa on behalf of Oxford Properties Group and Mitsubishi Estate Asia, took more than two years to design and produce following a 13-month selection process led by curator Barbara Flynn.
Newsweek
17-07-2025
- General
- Newsweek
Hearts Break As Shelter Volunteer Reveals Reasons Dogs Are Abandoned
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. In a viral Instagram post, a shelter volunteer revealed the most-common reasons dogs are abandoned, leaving internet users heartbroken. In the post, shared on Tuesday under the username @jsaraceno, the volunteer, Julie Saraceno, walks around the shelter filming some of the pups still waiting for a home, listing the reasons for their surrender. "When you're a volunteer at an animal shelter and you see all the reasons the dogs ended up here," the caption says. The first pup is Mishka, a 10-year-old Siberian husky who was abandoned because of his owner's health conditions, and is now desperately looking for a new foster, who can make him feel happy and safe for his remaining months. Saraceno told Newsweek: "He's been with us for just over a month, surrendered because of the health of the owner. Upon intake, a mass was found on his hip, later confirmed through X-ray. "Due to his age and medical condition, Mishka is in need of a hospice foster home where he can spend his remaining months surrounded by love and comfort." Screenshots of the viral video show the pups in shelter waiting to be adopted. On the right is Mishka. Screenshots of the viral video show the pups in shelter waiting to be adopted. On the right is Mishka. @jsaraceno Another pup featured in the clip is Jazzy, surrendered due to landlord issues back in December, still waiting for her perfect match. "She is only 1 year old. She is very shy and scared, so it takes time for her to trust people," Saraceno said. "Most people aren't willing to do more than one meet-and-greet, and I think that is what she needs to feel comfortable." Among all the other dogs in the clip are also Bowser and Mario, a pair of 5-month-old dachshund and Siberian husky-mix puppies, surrendered because the family had too many animals. "They have the most-adorable stubby dachshund legs you've ever seen," Saraceno added. With almost 3 million dogs entering American shelters in 2024 alone, adopting from a shelter has never been more important. The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) says that, of all the homeless pups that ended up in shelter last year, only about 2 million were adopted, and 554,000 were returned to their owner. Of the pups left, 524,000 were transferred to other organizations, and 334,000 were euthanized. The Humane Society of the United States says that, when animals are injected with proper euthanasia drugs, they can lose consciousness in about 3 to 5 seconds. However, many local and underfunded shelters still use gas chambers. In these black boxes, it can take as long as 20 minutes for death to occur, and, in some cases, the animals are still conscious when their vital organs begin to shut down. The video quickly went viral on social media and it has so far received nearly 30,000 views and almost 3,000 likes on the platform. One user, John_baresky, commented: "Each is a TREASURE of a puppy dog to ADOPT and CHERISH! They bring cheer, fun, joy, laughs, love and loyalty to those that adopt them!" Portagebreeze added: "So many wonderful dogs who were originally placed in homes where human illness or a must move occurred. These pups are all so deserving of a wonderful family to call their own. "Won't you consider one of them? Papa has been waiting SO long. He has to be an only dog in the home it this is easily done and the folks at the shelter can help you be successful with him!!" Do you have funny and adorable videos or pictures of your pet you want to share? Send them to life@ with some details about your best friend, and they could appear in our Pet of the Week lineup.
Newsweek
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Heartbreak at Face of Shelter Dog Realizing He's Going Back to His Kennel
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. A 1-year-old Australian cattle dog went viral after a shelter volunteer shared his reaction upon realizing his outdoor adventure was over and he was going back in his kennel. Little did he know that same clip would change his life. The viral TikTok video shared in April under the username @juliesaraceno2 shows Miso, who at the time was staying at the Benton-Franklin Humane Society in Kennewick, Washington, looking sad as he realizes he is not going home yet. "The moment shelter dog Miso realized the adventure was over and we were going back to his kennel" reads layover text in the clip. Saraceno told Newsweek that the "very smart and sweet" puppy was found as a stray and then transferred to the shelter where he was patiently waiting for someone willing to deal with how intelligent and high-energy he is. Screenshots of the viral clip show Miso smiling for the camera at the shelter. Screenshots of the viral clip show Miso smiling for the camera at the shelter. @juliesaraceno2 Thankfully, after the clip went viral, receiving over 667,000 views and more than 102,000 likes on the platform, it didn't take him long to find his very own human. Saraceno said: "He was adopted after someone saw his shelter dog adventure video. She drove four hours from Portland just to take him home." Adopting a pet is an incredibly rewarding experience that will give you the best friend you will ever have, but how should you go about choosing your pup? When selecting a dog for yourself or your family, size, activity level, temperament, and breed characteristics are all factors you should consider before making your final decision, according to MSD Veterinary Manual. Large dogs, such as golden retrievers, and active ones like Jack Russell terriers, need lots of room to run and play. Border collies must have something to do all the time or they will become bored. Many small dog breeds require a lot of exercise and attention, and may not be able to tolerate the rough play of young children. If you are undecided about which dog breed is best for your needs, you can speak to a veterinarian or a dog behavior expert to make a more-informed decision. Users in the comments also fell in love with the pup's cute little face and his playful demeanor. One user, Kel Anne, commented: "See this is why I couldn't take a dog for a day, my heart would SHATTER taking them back." Karla_Smm added: "My heart can't take this. Please someone adopt this precious baby." Mamastreets posted: "Aw he thought he found his forever. I am sobbing!" Do you have funny and adorable videos or pictures of your pet you want to share? Send them to life@ with some details about your best friend, and they could appear in our Pet of the Week lineup.
Yahoo
29-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Custom furniture to reclaimed materials, North Jersey business gives old wood new life
One person's trash is another person's treasure, and Real Antique Wood is dedicated to finding that trash and transforming it into a new treasure, one historic structure at a time. This Irvington-based salvage company and mill shop takes materials from otherwise unwanted structures — mostly vintage barns, but also homes, boats and other old buildings — and repurposes them into everything from reclaimed hardwood flooring, antique barn siding, custom fireplace mantels and one-of-a-kind furniture pieces. Located on Cordier Street just off of Interstate 78, Real Antique Wood was founded in 2011 by Gary and Lisa Horvath. Since then, the business has had a hand in dismantling more than 120 barns, most of which are more than 100 years old, in places as far away as Indonesia. Story continues below photo gallery. "With our setup of the shop, we're luckily able to see it from start to finish. We're able to see it from the dismantling and the deconstruction to the processing, as well as to the installation of the product. So it's kind of like a one-stop shop, and that's definitely what we've always kind of prided ourselves on," said Anthony Saraceno, a master craftsman who has been with the company since it opened. When it comes to sourcing their materials, Saraceno said it's mostly based on word of mouth. They receive a lot of tips from property owners that have unwanted structures, as well as construction companies and demolition contractors. Once they find a property they're interested in, the team at Real Antique Wood will travel to the site — which can be located nearby in North Jersey or anywhere across the country — and take the structure apart. They then bring that material back to the shop, remove any metal contaminants, sterilize it in their kiln and add it to their inventory to await its next chapter, Saraceno said. "We try to keep all of the pieces that we reclaim as original as possible until somebody calls for it or it's able to be used in a project," he said. "Then from there, the big thing is we let our clients dictate what we make based on what they need, and we tailor our process to execute the final look of what they're going for." While the shop does have a 5,000-square-foot showroom where visitors can pick up "grab-and-go" goods like pieces of reclaimed wood, wall covering materials, live edge slabs and premade furniture items, Real Antique Wood primarily specializes in custom projects. One of these custom projects was for Rey Sol Coffee in Ridgewood, where Saraceno said they essentially outfitted the whole space with reclaimed hardwood floors, a wood herringbone-patterned coffee bar and a live-edge serving shelf. Another was when they worked with a local builder in Harding to install anywhere from 16 to 18 of their reclaimed wood ceiling beams for a rustic touch to a newly built home. "We also just finished a project out on the tip of Rhode Island. The clients came in through a referral, saw some materials that they liked in the showroom and it turned out that we would end up supplying them about 52 sizable beams for their ceiling to furnish their new home with," he said. "So that was kind of one of those things where you never really know what's coming down the tubes." Overall, Saraceno said they're passionate about giving these materials a new life because of how high-quality and unique they are compared to what's typically available now. Similarly, he said there's nothing better than being able to put together a one-of-a-kind piece for someone that comes with a unique story behind it. "We're a small, tight-knit crew. There's seven of us all together. And we're beyond luck to be able to have the opportunity to do what we do," he said. "People love the idea of reusing and repurposing, and I'll say that takes them far enough to get them to our door, and then they come in here and truly feel our love for what we do. And that just kind of lights a fire. It becomes contagious and it gets the folks excited." Maddie McGay is the real estate reporter for and The Record, covering all things worth celebrating about living in North Jersey. Find her on Instagram @maddiemcgay, on X @maddiemcgayy, and sign up for her North Jersey Living newsletter. Do you have a tip, trend or terrific house she should know about? Email her at MMcGay@ This article originally appeared on Real Antique Wood in NJ brings wood from old structures back to life
