MetaKnigel If the Rule is Broken–Break It.

Simulacra Versus the Grotesque

Simulacra impressions hold the most relevance to our coherent reality; however, we must be of two minds; constantly shifting amongst competing optical illusions and observing the underlying truth.  The techniques of Trompe-l'œil make the experience satisfying; however, if one is too satisfied with the superficial experience and neglects to scratch away at the palimpsest to uncover the grotesque reality beneath, one may pleasantly suffer the life of a passive observer; unable to know one’s own will or means to act according to the aspirations above the base rules of desire.  Such as is art; experience comes from tricks on the senses and while unraveling the artist’s technique makes for an unsettling experience, the knowledge teaches the art of manipulating perception—creating an artist out of a once passive observer.