FAQ

  • What *is* Prismatica?

    Prismatica is an invitation to curiosity, exploration, and experience. Through video, art, and literature, Prismatica encourages viewers to look at the world around them through new lenses, not because there is no truth, but because the truth deserves exploring.

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  • What is Social Archaeology?

    With roots in the thought of Nietzsche and Foucault, Social Archaeology is the practice of “digging in” to the society and culture around us, in order to better understand our past and have a clearer view of the future.

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  • Is Prismatica Political?

    Prismatica is not explicitly politically biased, although we often discuss broad political topics through a philosophical and Radically Centrist lens. However, in some instances, especially those concerning human rights and freedoms, Prismatica may display a bias toward humanism and peaceful activism.

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  • Why is Prismatica?

    Prismatica launched with a humanistic vision: to encourage people to travel the world as archaeologists instead of tourists, digging in to their surroundings instead of passively accepting them like postcards sent from a far away location. In this era of non-stop information and trivia, we cannot forget the importance of contemplation.

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  • Who is Prismatica?

    Prismatica was created by Priest Gooding and Christopher Mesropian; ENPRI is currently run by Priest and Taven Strickert.

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  • Can i contribute?

    Of Course! We have a few ways you can contribute to the Prismatica project: Encyclopedia Prismatica, our seasonal journal; The Collection, our collaborative portfolio of art, music, and artefacts; and by submitting short form articles or op-eds to be published under our Articles section on a rolling basis.

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  • What is the encyclopedia?

    Encyclopedia Prismatica is a radical take on the traditional journal; combining elements of the literary magazine and the academic journal, the Encyclopedia seeks to create engaged literature, and to explore topics from unique and overlooked perspectives. It is released seasonally as a digital and physical publication. For questions, contact the editors at enpri@enterprismatica.com

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  • What Is Engaged Literature?

    The tradition of Engaged Literature (also known as committed literature) goes back to the mid-20th century, when writers and thinkers wanted their art to mean something for society. We expand that tradition to new areas, keeping up with modern times. For more information, visit the Encyclopedia Prismatica page.

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  • What is The collective?

    The collective will be a series of community-driven art pieces that expresses the core tenets of Prismatica: curiosity, exploration, and experience. It is a space for all of us to contribute to the human condition.

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