"Cathenge is an interactive 3D printed Cat Temple dedicated to the Extraterrestrial Spacecats. Think: Tall, Elegant, Mystical Cat Statues – “The Catoliths” . Six in total, arrayed in a circle like the standing stones of Stonehenge, the Catoliths symbolize “Holofelinity” – Universal Cat Consciousness. Like the Monoliths of “2001: A Space Odyssey”, through direct interaction with the Catoliths human consciousness is evolved. The Catoltih’s intuitively bestow “Holofelinity”, the way of the Space Cats; a healing message of timeless love and peace. https://cathenge.net/ As a 3D printed sculptural installation, Cathenge represents the leading edge of ambition for the artistic application of large format additive printing. The sculptures are a multi-media fusion using 3D printed plastics and iridescent clearcoat finish. LED lighting, lasers, sound, vibration and electronic interactive sensing are integral to the effect and provide visitors a direct experience of the mystical Spacecat consciousness." "These images show cats indulging in the disassociative feline bliss of Holofelinity known as “Transcommodification”. Lyran Cat society was divided chiefly into two castes; a clerical or priestly class known as “Felis” and a warrior or engineer class known as “Panthera”. These castes were equal but different and both were required for the smooth functioning of the Catopia that thrived on ancient Lemewria. However, it is a sad historical fact that it was the Felis caste of cats, with their love of cerebral metaphysics and altered states of consciousness, that became addicted to transcommodifying themselves. First it begins with “Sushinium” (a light recreational transcommodifying agent) and the cats start turning into sushi, then it progresses to hot dogs, and finally – in the most severe stages of the addiction – pizza itself (the worst!). The states of transcommodification are facilitated by a rare element known as “Pizzazium”, which is, for all practical purposes an addictive drug – one with often irreversible effects." Free Public Event. All Ages. Event begins at 6 PM Additional Attractions to Include Music Curious Planet Jazz Band More TBA!! Performances Cat Priestess Fashion Show Paul Koudounaris, PhD, Photographer and Feline Historian Dr. Hal Robins, Host and Emcee Artist Statement by David Normal Official Dedication by SF Arts Commission More on the event here: https://sfstandard.com/arts-culture/cathenge-comes-to-sf/
