Darwin's tree of life
This design is inspired by Darwin's "I think" sketch of the tree of life. I made this image into a temporary tattoo with the hope that I could con attractive people into modeling it for photographs. The idea is that if there were lots of alluring photographs of "tree of life" on the internet, people might more quickly overlook the peer pressure that dictates evolution is something to be avoided in public discourse and public education. It's probably futile and might take 10 years, but it's fun. Details at colinpurrington.com/graphics/science/evolutiontattoos if you're not shy and would like to join the scheme.
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schmeebot (46 months ago | reply)
i just saw a scan of this sketch in an art book yesterday. i actually thought about how i would knit it on a sweater, particularly the blow up of the tip of the branch. the "i think" part would be easy.
i blame all this on you, cp.
Colin Purrington (46 months ago | reply)
Sorry. That would be a great sweater. Can't wait to see it.
schmeebot (46 months ago | reply)
may be i could put it on a hat, a quicker knit.
Colin Purrington (46 months ago | reply)
A hat??? That's totally not what we need. Put the pattern into boyshorts!!!! E.g., www.flickr.com/photos/shadkitty/892607266/. Make a dozen for cute friends while you're at it. (And then do the hat.)
schmeebot (46 months ago | reply)
brilliant!
Colin Purrington (46 months ago | reply)
So, does that mean you're going to do it?? If so, can't wait. And if you'd consider knitting up a few size 6s, I'd bet good money that some of the other fabulous volunteers in the tattoo group would _love_ to receive a pair for modeling purposes.
schmeebot (46 months ago | reply)
looks like lola could use a few darwin tattoos from you.
MissMarnie (46 months ago | reply)
If I have time, I'll try to knit a pair of the boy shorts too. I personally think the design would make fantastic embroidery as well as a killer cable pattern. :D
Colin Purrington (46 months ago | reply)
Excellent. Geeky _and_ crafty! These will be a wonderful addition to this little evolution outreach campaign. Thanks for your extra work, in advance. I suppose this deserves a second cup of coffee, eh? I'll let the folks at Café Vélo know.
So, tell me more about embroidery idea.
limonaia (46 months ago | reply)
Is this some sort of F.S.M. sect?
Colin Purrington (46 months ago | reply)
Nope. Just innocent little evolution fans, trying to spread the love.
There's A Kite! (45 months ago | reply)
I saw this today which sort of reminded me of this.
Crabbles (43 months ago | reply)
man, I really wanna get this tattoo now...tattoos are addicting!
ncescalada [deleted] (43 months ago | reply)
how do i get oneof these?
Colin Purrington (43 months ago | reply)
Just send me your address. Don't worry, I'm not an axe murderer. (Though I do own three axes.)
fenderloving (40 months ago | reply)
This makes me very happy.
Not Darwin's sketch, but another real one based on my own work (HIV subtypes):
Colin Purrington (40 months ago | reply)
I bet that's a hoot to have at the pool. Well done!
*mojo* (38 months ago | reply)
How can I get some of these?? I love them!
jnshaumeyer (35 months ago | reply)
This one, for instance, would be a great addition to "Eye for Science". Who could see this as a thumbnail and NOT click on it? (Thanks for joining the group, Colin.)
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willsmanbillsman (4 weeks ago | reply)
This is going to be a permanent one on my side!