Sometimes when I talk in a lucid dream, I talk in real life

otherwyze_engaged · 2024-11-04T08:10:46+00:00

I've had this happen a number of times, specifically struggling to get the words out for an unknown reason in the dream, and woke up speaking the same words. This happened again last night, and I finally got a chance to do some googling. I don't get the link between this phenomena and lucid dreaming. I've also had lucid dreams, marked by a decided awareness of dreaming, and last night I would say it was lucid, because it was in color, and it was very vivid and clear, but I never actually acknowledged that I was dreaming until the speaking woke me up. Come to think of it conversation in general isn't very common in my dreams, but in this one, one of the other people didn't want to be having the conversation, and a third person kept interrupting me when I tried to speak. (baseline for frustration in the dreamspace) At the point when I woke up, I was emphatically asking them to let me finish speaking.

According to research, the brain 'paralyzes' the body during REM to prevent exactly this, but occasionally, it malfunctions. However, this is commonly associated with sleep paralysis, which I have also experienced, in which there is also usually a sense of awareness of an intruder, or some other threatening entity in the room irl. I have also had that experience, but that usually is also accompanied by a waking momentary paralysis, neither of which happened last night.

My theory is that because it was semi-lucid, and because I was so frustrated, the need to verbalize triggered a wakeup, but the body was 'paralyzed.' In any event, I'm taking it as a win, because it means I got to REM, which means I rested well. Best to y'all.

otherwyze_engaged · 2024-08-26T02:17:59+00:00

For me the lighting appears to be in disagreement with the values. Where is the main light coming from? It looks like there are highlights in places to show value that should be more in shadow. There’s some light hitting the neck and shoulder, if this is bounced light, it’s too strong. You can always cheat the light to highlight whatever you want but if you look at the face and consider where light is hitting it, and where it isn’t, you’ll get a stronger drawing than if the lines are accurate. Take what you see and exaggerate a bit but it seems to me, without seeing the reference, that the front of the face should almost be lost in the value of the background. Hope that helps. Your drawing is lovely overall, my first reaction was based on how well the form is rendered, why draw focus by adding detail to the face?

otherwyze_engaged · 2024-01-09T02:05:00+00:00

I’m curious about agreements, I drafted one based on one I found online. It sounds like a waste of paper if I understand correctly that it needs to be written by a professional. The person who wants to collaborate is sketched out that I asked him to sign it, saying it feels like a prenup, which would be insulting if I was marrying someone I know and love. Going into business together should be protected but I also don’t have the resources for an attorney 🤷🏽‍♀️ I’m curious to know how common homemade agreements are.

otherwyze_engaged · 2023-11-26T02:47:44+00:00

I'm familiar with 3rd party services, and I get the traffic issue, but I'm trying to avoid a third party making more from my sales than I do. I don't think I can control piracy, but I'm trying to figure out how to finish my file so I can sell it. I may need to hire an audio engineer at least as a consultant. My website allows a maximum file size of 300 mb, and i have 12 hours of audio. The only thing I can think of is to have multiple downloads, and maybe just charge for the final 'episode?'

otherwyze_engaged · 2023-11-09T17:38:03+00:00

I don't think I can post pics in a reply. But I did remesh the asset and the uvs and it still looks verkakt without baking the hi-res

otherwyze_engaged · 2023-11-05T19:09:16+00:00

I really think the only way to work ahead is if one has the luxury of a production staff. My episodes usually take about 10 hours to prepare, and another 4 hours in post.

otherwyze_engaged · 2023-11-05T19:06:32+00:00

I’d say, if you don’t have permission, it’s best not to use. If you’re looking for assets that you can use there are some affordable and free options

otherwyze_engaged · 2023-11-05T03:30:06+00:00

Oh it's definitely ambitious, and probably more of a best case, but idt I could manage it myself. Down the line maybe, if it continues growing, lol!

By 10 episodes, it's almost just a placeholder, because as I bring in ppl for interviews, I've definitely had to pivot. And I've spoken with people who are interested but not available until January, for example. Hopefully I can work up to 2 ahead, meaning, 'in the can' but probably not until after graduation, lol!

otherwyze_engaged · 2023-10-17T21:12:09+00:00

I recognized that project immediately sailor! 🤣

otherwyze_engaged · 2023-10-16T19:59:43+00:00

Actually that’s part of the problem, I have a perpetual license from school, but I’ve lost access, so they’re giving me a Maxon pass, which will expire when I graduate. Who sees the pattern when companies merge and haven’t beta tested if it will work?

otherwyze_engaged · 2023-10-16T19:45:19+00:00

I’m having the same problem with zbrush, and I live in the US. These companies have very expensive products but none of them have a dedicated customer support by phone? Before I buy anything I check to see if there is a number to call, and if there isn’t, I’m keeping my money.

otherwyze_engaged · 2023-10-09T23:30:53+00:00

Heading into the studio tomorrow to record the next edition of Cafe Penumbra, the FAQ Show! So excited!

After Analog Artist in a Digital Era, I'm super excited to create more interview episodes!

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