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Alexander Equilibrium @alexanderequilibrium.com · 3d

We are marching blindly toward a repeat of past tragedies.
#thefutureisyours #artreflection #societalcommentary #risingfascism #humancondition #historicalwarnings #greed #ego #contemporaryart #philosophicalart

The Future Is Yours: A Reflection on Art, History, and Our Choices
The painting, "The Future Is Yours," offers a powerful social commentary on our current zeitgeist. The image of a skeleton, a classic symbol of mortality, pointing optimistically toward the future is jarring. The text, “The Future Is Yours too fuck up,” immediately subverts that hope, turning a familiar phrase into a cynical warning. This work is a profound philosophical painting, forcing us to confront the idea that optimism might be a dangerous delusion.
The skeleton embodies the lessons of history, guiding us but also warning us. The painting's dark humor suggests that this future is not a gift but a grim inheritance we are destined to squander. The contemporary art directly addresses a deep anxiety about our world's direction.
This is a stark analysis of our societal decline. The rising tide of fascism and the erosion of trust in leadership reveal our collective failure to learn from history. The skeleton’s hand points to a bright future, but the words remind us that humanity’s darkest impulses—greed, ego, and a short-sighted focus on personal gain—are always present, ready to trip us up.
The painting suggests we are at a critical threshold. Despite the warnings etched in our history, we are willfully ignoring them and marching blindly toward a repeat of past tragedies. This reflection on modern art is a painful look at the dangerous disconnect between what we know and how we choose to act.

Alexander Equilibrium @alexanderequilibrium.com · 17d

Wallow in the solution, not the problem.

A stark, high-contrast painting of a skeleton in a meditative lotus pose on a stark white background. Its bony hands are held up to the sides of its skull, blocking out a flurry of negative, transparent words like "peer pressure," "ego," and "anxiety" that swirl around it. The image conveys a powerful message of mental resilience and detachment from external noise, making it highly relevant for topics on mindfulness, mental health, Stoicism, and personal development.

#NeverBooHoo

#Resilience

#MindOverMatter

#Stoicism

#MentalStrength

#OwnYourStory

#NoPity

#EmbraceAdversity

#InnerPeace

#SelfControl

Alexander Equilibrium @alexanderequilibrium.com · Sep 11

A testament to our capacity for both creation and catastrophic folly.

A stylized image of a skeleton, posed in the classic Alexander equilibrium stance, wearing a bee suit. The skeleton raises one eyebrow in an expression of wry amusement or disbelief. Next to it, a large heart is engulfed in explosions, with drones and rockets flying to and from it, creating a visual paradox that highlights the misalignment between the phrase "what is good for the hive is good for the bee" and the current state of the world's self-destructive conflicts.

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Alexander Equilibrium @alexanderequilibrium.com · Sep 4

They're not looking for a new world. They're just looking for an escape from this one. #RRTL is nothing but a fortress of their own fear and insecurity. #RRTW is meant to close the gap. All humans welcome. Just no aliens.

Alexander Equilibrium @alexanderequilibrium.com · Aug 27

Your real frontier is not out there. It is here. Can you embrace all of humanity without turning difference into a threat.

A skeleton in a Buzz Lightyear–like space suit stands on the USS Discovery, holding a human heart and the DNA helix. This piece asks: Your real frontier is not out there. It is here. Can you embrace all of humanity without turning difference into a threat? The LGBTQIA+ community is already at the frontier, breaking outdated ideologies and dismantling false boundaries. They do not ask for special rules, only to be seen as human without conditions. Wisdom is not measured in machines or rockets but in how you treat the person beside you. If you cannot bridge differences now, you will carry fear into the galaxy. The LGBTQIA+ already live at that frontier. #AlexanderEquilibrium #Art #ContemporaryArt #LGBTQIA #Existential #SciFiArt www.alexelbers.com

Alexander Equilibrium @alexanderequilibrium.com · Aug 27

Your real frontier is not out there. It is here. Can you embrace all of humanity without turning difference into a threat.

Alexander Equilibrium @alexanderequilibrium.com · Aug 21

Predators don’t always hide in the dark. Some stand on stages with microphones. Some sit on boards and smile for cameras. Different faces, same hunger. Neither can be trusted. Both are predators.

Remember, kids: Billionaires and pedophiles are not your friends.

Alt text: Skeleton facing words in red and black: “Remember, kids: Billionaires and pedophiles are not your friends.” A visual warning stripped of comfort.
#AlexanderEquilibrium #TruthInArt #ArtAsResistance #Predators

Alexander Equilibrium @alexanderequilibrium.com · Aug 13

You are told to choose between Palestine and Israel as if morality is a coin that can only land on one side. The lie keeps power alive while people die. → Full piece in bio.

A skeletal figure grips an oversized eraser, methodically scrubbing away a map of Gaza until only blank paper remains. Borders, streets, and traces of life vanish under its hand, leaving nothing but absence. This image reflects the propaganda and dehumanization used to justify mass killing. As the Nazis did to the Jews, the Israeli state applies the same logic to Palestinians. You are told that to be Palestinian is to be Hamas, that every child is a future extremist, that every home is a nest for terror. The work confronts how such lies take root, making killing easier to explain, easier to ignore, and easier to accept. It challenges the false choice between supporting Palestine or Israel and rejects authoritarianism on all sides. #FinalSolution #AlexanderEquilibrium #Gaza #Humanity #ArtWithMessage #PeaceNotWar #EndAuthoritarianism www.alexanderequilibrium.com

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Alexander Equilibrium @alexanderequilibrium.com · Aug 5

Save Your Soul
A reflection on ownership, complicity, and the cost of staying silent.
Read the full text → link in bio.

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Alexander Equilibrium @alexanderequilibrium.com · Aug 2

Welcome to the most fucked-up family this side of the galaxy.

You are not beyond hope. That is the tragedy. You could change.
Read the full piece → Link in bio.

Hanging in a gallery it shows a slightly off-kilter human skeleton standing upright. Its skull is tilted. The jaw hangs open. One eye socket appears larger than the other. The expression is blank but not neutral. It looks confused, maybe amused, maybe just empty. One hand is raised in a lazy wave. The palm is open. The fingers are spread. The gesture seems friendly but also misplaced, like it is saying hi at the wrong moment. The figure stands in front of a plain background. There is no environment. No story. Just the figure and the words beside it.

Next to the skeleton are the words
Welcome to the most fucked up family this side of the galaxy
The text is large and clean. It does not try to impress. It only tells the truth. The phrase is both a title and a diagnosis. It is not meant to provoke. It is meant to clarify. You are part of a species that has the capacity to reflect but keeps choosing not to. This is your family. Not metaphorically. Literally.

This image accompanies a meditation by Alexander Equilibrium with the same title
Welcome to the most fucked up family this side of the galaxy
The text is not poetic. Not hopeful. Not abstract. It is a direct analysis of your behavior. You know better. You still choose worse. You can split atoms but cannot stop war. You remember the past but do not learn from it. You record genocides. Then you allow more. You design systems for care. Then you strip them bare. You study collapse. Then you repeat it.

You build faster than you think. You confuse ease with meaning. You isolate yourself then act surprised when you feel alone. You are not powerless. You are avoiding responsibility. Not because you are incapable. Because change is harder than repetition. Until it is not. Until it is too late.

Read the full text at www.alexanderequilibrium.com

#AlexanderEquilibrium #WelcomeToTheMostFuckedUpFamily #HumanCondition #MementoMori #ExistentialArt #VisualCritique #NoComfortOnlyTruth #ContemporaryArt #SkeletonArt

Alexander Equilibrium @alexanderequilibrium.com · Jul 25

You’re better, smarter, more beautiful. Of course you are.
Read You Can Be Special Too by Alexander Equilibrium → www.alexanderequilibrium.com/blog/you-can-be-special-too

A painting by Alexander Equilibrium featuring a skeleton lying peacefully on its back, smiling with empty eye sockets, as if resting or resigned. Above the skeleton, bold capital letters spell out the phrase “You Can Be Special Too.” The word “special” is aggressively crossed out in a thick red stripe. Just beneath the strike-through, the word “death” is written in the same red, directly replacing “special” in visual hierarchy. The font is stark and simple, evoking propaganda or self-help slogans—direct, unadorned, and coldly optimistic. The red color sharply contrasts with the otherwise muted palette, drawing attention to the replacement of idealism with mortality.

The skeleton’s smile is ambiguous. It could be interpreted as peaceful, ironic, or quietly mocking. Its body is relaxed, not in torment but in stillness, suggesting acceptance. It rests beneath a message that plays on modern self-help language, confronting the viewer’s desire to be exceptional with the reality that death equalizes all. There is no agony in the image, only stillness and a faint sense of sarcasm.

The visual composition invites reflection on ego, mortality, and the societal obsession with individuality. It critiques the modern pursuit of specialness, achievement, and meaning through the lens of death and philosophical humility. The crossing out of “special” with “death” reorients the phrase from empowerment to existential truth. Everyone dies. You are not special. And maybe that is your freedom.

This image serves as a visual entry point into the full meditation You Can Be Special Too, a written reflection on the human fear of being ordinary and the peace found in accepting the limits of life.

Read the full text: www.alexanderequilibrium.com/blog/you-can-be-special-too
#AlexanderEquilibrium #MementoMori #ContemporaryArt #EgoDeath #YouCanBeSpecialToo #ExistentialArt #SkeletonArt #DeathIsUniversal #ModernPhilosophy #ArtWithTeeth

Alexander Equilibrium @alexanderequilibrium.com · Jul 6

You love your country until it asks you to be honest.
Patriotism isn’t loyalty to power. It’s the courage to correct it.
Schurz said it in 1871. You still haven’t learned.

Read the full meditation: Love don’t dance here anymore II — by Alexander Equilibrium.

Link in bio.

Alexander Equilibrium @alexanderequilibrium.com · Jun 28

You wait until forests burn, the air is poison, and genocide is undeniable. Only then do you speak of change. Too little too late. — A new observational meditation by Alexander Equilibrium

Read the full piece → Link in bio

A human skeleton shrugs its shoulders against a plain background. Above it, in bold red letters, reads: “THE SAD STORY OF HUMANITY VOL.1 — TOO LITTLE TOO LATE.”
#AlexanderEquilibrium #TooLittleTooLate #MementoMori #ContemporaryArt #ExistentialArt #TheSadStoryOfHumanity #ArtWithAMessage
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Alexander Equilibrium @alexanderequilibrium.com · Jun 20

“Genocide? We prefer to call it cultural housekeeping.”
You forget, because forgetting is easier.
Easier than remembering you are made of the same blood.
The same hopes.
The same quiet, aching wants.

— A new observational meditation by Alexander Equilibrium
Read the full piece → Link in bio

A skeletal figure stands atop a smoldering, abstracted landscape of Gaza, rendered in muted reds, grays, and ochres. The skeleton, intelligent and composed, wears glasses slightly lowered on its nasal ridge, gazing out with a smug, knowing expression. Its posture is casual, almost bureaucratic. Beneath its feet lie fragmented buildings, ghostlike silhouettes of civilians, and rubble fading into dust. Text beside the figure reads: “Genocide? We prefer to call it cultural housekeeping.” In the bottom right corner, the same phrase appears in Hebrew and Arabic. The atmosphere is haunting—clinical in its irony, yet emotionally charged—confronting the viewer with the banality of cruelty and the ease of euphemism.
#AlexanderEquilibrium #CulturalHousekeeping #MementoMori #PoliticalArt #Gaza #HumanDignity
www.alexanderequilibrium.com

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Alexander Equilibrium @alexanderequilibrium.com · Jun 12

“You are surrounded—by war, collapse, distraction. For all your brilliance, you remain caught in the same loop: progress, then destruction.

— A new observational meditation by Alexander Equilibrium
Featuring NASA’s iconic Blue Marble imagery (East & West).
Read the full piece → Link in Bio

“A skeletal figure stands with ‘I’m With Stupid’ scrawled across its ribcage. Arms outstretched, six additional limbs point in all directions—an absurd deity of contradiction. Behind him, Earth hangs in the void, the Blue Marble (West/East), a reminder that for all our brilliance, humanity remains foolish. A meditation on existence, intelligence, and irony. #AlexanderEquilibrium #MementoMori #Art #Philosophy #HumanCondition #ContemporaryArt #BlueMarble #Surrealism #LifeAndDeath #IAmSurrounded | alexanderequilibrium.com”

Alexander Equilibrium @alexanderequilibrium.com · Jun 4

Fear keeps you small, stuck, and silent. See it for what it is—a lie—and step through it. The best stories start beyond fear. Read the full piece → Link in Bio

A skeleton curled into the fetal position, embodying fear as a force that paralyzes and regresses. The figure appears suspended in hesitation, trapped between self-preservation and confinement. Stark shadows emphasize its vulnerability, while the detailed rendering of bone structure highlights its fragile, human nature. The posture mirrors an unborn child, suggesting a retreat into perceived safety that becomes a self-imposed prison. Textural contrasts on the surface—whether cracked or smooth—reflect the internal struggle: to succumb or break free. The skeleton, a symbol of mortality, is not at rest but locked in a moment of hesitation, illustrating how fear stifles action and erodes agency. Rather than depicting death, the painting challenges the viewer to confront their own fears, asking: remain curled in fear, or unfold into the unknown?
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Alexander Equilibrium @alexanderequilibrium.com · Mar 16

Breaking: Science confirms you are exactly 99.99% the same as everyone else. How does that make you feel? 🤔☠️ #CosmicEquality

The truth? We’re 99.9% the same—just bones on repeat. ☠️🔄

“A skeletal figure in the style of Alexander Equilibrium, posed like Da Vinci’s Vitruvian Man. Surrounding the skeleton are seven circles, symbolizing the continents, and the text ‘99.9%’, emphasizing humanity’s fundamental equality. An early version of a skeleton ouroboros encircles the composition, representing the endless cycle of life and death. The artwork reinterprets Renaissance ideals, replacing the pursuit of perfection with a reflection on mortality and unity.”
See the full piece and more at alexanderequilibrium.com
#MementoMori #VitruvianSkeleton #SameBonesDifferentDay #ArtWithAMessage

Alexander Equilibrium @alexanderequilibrium.com · Mar 5

A meditation on faith, mortality, and the indifferent vastness of existence. Shall we lament the silence of the gods, or stand firm in the order of nature, embracing what is within our power?

A dark, atmospheric painting by Alexander Equilibrium. A skeleton kneels, hands clasped in prayer. Above, a turbulent thundercloud looms, with glowing letters reading: The entity you are trying to reach does not exist. Your prayers will not be answered. Accept what is. Goodbye. The scene evokes themes of mortality, existentialism, and unanswered faith. -www.alexanderequilibrium.com –
#AlexanderEquilibrium #TheDivineLine #MementoMori #ArtWithDepth #ExistentialArt #ContemporaryArt #LifeAndDeath #PhilosophyInArt #DarkArt #NewWork

Alexander Equilibrium @alexanderequilibrium.com · Feb 26

“Blood is thicker than imaginary constructs and make-believe divisions.
Blood is simply human.” – Alexander Equilibrium

A digital artwork titled Blood is Thicker - Ouroboros (06 February 2025) by Alexander Equilibrium. The piece features 16 distinct skeleton heads, each painted in a different color, representing the diversity of humanity. They are arranged in a circular composition, interconnected by a bold red ring. This red circle symbolizes blood—our shared existence beyond race, borders, and belief. At the core of the composition is the ouroboros, an ancient symbol of eternal cycles and unity. The artwork challenges the constructs that divide us, emphasizing that what separates is imagined, but what connects is real. More at www.alexanderequilibrium.com.

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#AlexanderEquilibrium #BloodIsThicker #Ouroboros #OneHumanity #EndTheIllusion #ArtAsManifesto #MementoMori #PhilosophyInArt

Alexander Equilibrium @alexanderequilibrium.com · Feb 19

🚨Public Service Announcement from Alexander Equilibrium🚨

“Remember, kids: Billionaires and pedophiles are not your friends.”
💬 Thoughts? Let’s talk.
#AlexanderEquilibrium

A powerful painting by Alexander Equilibrium featuring a frightened skeleton staring at bold black words with a red outline: “Remember, kids: Billionaires and pedophiles are not your friends.” The skeleton’s hollow eyes widen in terror, reflecting a deep existential fear. The background is raw and textured, with dark, abstract smudges that evoke unease. The high-contrast typography feels like a warning, forcing confrontation with an uncomfortable truth. This piece challenges viewers to rethink trust, power, and manipulation in society. Its eerie, unsettling presence lingers long after viewing. See more at www.alexanderequilibrium.com. #ArtWithAMessage #TruthInArt #PowerAndCorruption #QuestionEverything #MementoMori

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Alexander Equilibrium @alexanderequilibrium.com · Feb 14

Happy Valentine's Day!! 😍

Reposted by Alexander Equilibrium

Alexander Equilibrium @alexanderequilibrium.com · Feb 13

❤️ “Lo Adoro” – A Valentine’s Day Tribute ❤️

Love transcends all.

Original artwork Lo Adoro by Alexander Equilibrium depicts two skeletons forming a heart with their arms, symbolizing eternal love. Created with bold black outlines and a dynamic red background, the piece radiates movement, energy, and passion. The minimalist yet expressive skeletons emphasize a love that transcends the physical, embracing themes of devotion beyond mortality. Inspired by street-art aesthetics and infused with deep philosophical meaning, Lo Adoro is a powerful visual statement for Valentine’s Day and beyond. A singular artwork, this piece invites reflection on the enduring nature of love and human connection. Discover more at www.alexanderequilibrium.com. #ValentinesDayArt #SkeletonLove #MementoMori #ContemporaryArt #PopArt #AlexanderEquilibrium

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Alexander Equilibrium @alexanderequilibrium.com · Feb 14

Happy V day!

Alexander Equilibrium @alexanderequilibrium.com · Feb 13

❤️ “Lo Adoro” – A Valentine’s Day Tribute ❤️

Love transcends all.

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Alexander Equilibrium @alexanderequilibrium.com · Feb 5

“Make America White Again”—originally meant as a jest in light of political developments, but it turned out to be more on-point than I could have ever imagined.

A provocative activist artwork by Alexander Equilibrium (www.alexanderequilibrium.com) inspired by the WWII propaganda poster “Now All Together.” It features a skeleton in a military uniform, saluting while gripping an American flag. The hollow-eyed figure represents the deathly persistence of nationalist and white supremacist ideologies. Bold, imposing letters spell “MAWA – Make America White Again,” echoing modern political rhetoric rooted in exclusion and racism. Below, the phrase “All Together Now” drips with irony, exposing the forced unity of hate-driven movements. The piece challenges historical revisionism, racism, and extremist nationalism in America. #PoliticalArt #AntiFascism #ExposeRacism #NoToWhiteSupremacy #HistoryRepeats #ActivistArt #AlexanderEquilibrium

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