MUSE - Fusion Bar

Good times never felt so good. The MUSE Fusion Bar in Knysna combines rock and roll. It deals drinks and delivers delicious chow. Exquisite. 

You step in..and you are blown away..to the dark side of the moon. The good side of South Africa - where light meets dark. Sips on a cold one and holds optimism for the future.

It’s real - but here you can chill - grab a bite to eat, listen to good music, feel the vibe…play pool. You might even fancy a game of chess - and don’t worry - that’s all free - except the great food, which is extremely well-priced. Pizza’s named after psy-trance parties - I mean outdoor 3-day - screw the tekkies - squeak your feet - parties - the ones where Bruce has you groovin’ to a beat you didn’t know you loved. You order an Earthdance - and they’ll throw on a bit of Kyle Watson.

You soon realize - it’s that Floyd again - . Walk in- and you’re staring at the walls - you’re somewhere between the relics and the atom heart mothers. Stuck on a couch choosing Life on Earth or a seat at the piano. If you’re tall enough- you’ll grip the 12-string- but you’re not. Gravity ain’t your friend.

Every Friday night- you’re entertained by live music. Every other night - you’re entertained by yourself.. and the Barman. No. There is always a good vibe here, and by that I mean - there’s a few of the locals, plus a couple of out-of-towners - the type that come down from Johannesburg - or the type that want to move higher - from Cape Town. Either way - here’ you’re in the middle. Not stuck, but certainly on the road to somewhere. Or you’ll stay put. But, you’re gonna stay here - you’re gonna stay relaxed - and you’re gonna visit the Muse Fusion Bar - whether you like it or not. 

Somewhere in between Leisure Island and Sedgefield - you are drawn to it. You want to avoid it, but that Floyd. That sound - the type that keeps you up at night. Waiting. The Piper At The Gates of Dawn. Inspired that you ran into a cuz from Jozi, and glad to help out the bud from the mother city. Here, somewhere close to the south coast - you’re not afraid to get in the water - but afraid to read a book. It’s probably suspense - espionage - but you’re okay, you see it’s about the natural world. The generator will keep you warm, lit, and you may want to step outside and look up. A night sky you probably forgot existed, and in the day, the solar panels busy being installed - means they can set the controls for the heart of the sun. Look. You’re gonna have a good time here - whether you’re on your own - or with a group of friends - it’s a secluded spot - mixed up between sailors and surfers - guitarists and gaffers - that’s right. There’s probably a film set nearby - if not - they’re also missing out.

So if you’re looking for the bathroom, or enjoy some fine art, wall paintings, beer gardens, wood-fired pizza, fields of barley (okay that was a stretch). Here, they’ll look after you. This isn’t the Hotel California, but you might find..that you can never leave.

MUSE Fusion Bar - 152 Old Cape Road.

Battle For The Stars | Starcraft II Special

For over a decade, Starcraft 2 has captured the minds of generations young and old. The sequel to one of the coolest space computer games has exploded into one of the most competitive real-time strategy (RTS) battles of all time.

An iconic real-time strategy (RTS) game, StarCraft II is a masterwork of creative design, combining captivating narrative, eye-catching graphics, and complex gameplay mechanics. It pushes the limits of artistic and gameplay innovation while improving upon the legacy of its predecessor. It was released by Blizzard Entertainment in 2010.

With its intricate unit designs, lush planetary landscapes, and dynamic lighting that animates its sci-fi universe, the game's artwork is striking and captivating. From the streamlined, golden architecture of the Protoss to the hideous, organic shapes of the Zerg, each of the three factions—Terran, Zerg, and Protoss—has a unique aesthetic.

The core of StarCraft II's campaign is creative writing. The story is a space opera with political intrigue, redemption, and treachery. Characters such as Jim Raynor and Sarah Kerrigan are deeply developed, giving emotional weight to the interstellar conflict.

From a game design perspective, StarCraft II achieves near-perfect balance between its asymmetric factions, ensuring intense strategic depth. The competitive multiplayer scene remains one of the most respected in esports history, a testament to its meticulous design.

With its blend of visual artistry, compelling storytelling, and finely tuned mechanics, StarCraft II remains a pinnacle of RTS gaming.Jim Raynor leads his (Terran) forces into battle for liberation and universal order. In a personal quest to rescue his partner Kerrigan from alien Zerg scavengers, Raynor is caught in a glorious intergalactic war between Terran, Zerg, and the mighty Protoss armies, and their golden fleet of ships.

ARTWORK FOR STARCRAFT - FAN ART:

Starcraft 2 Fan Art

Starcraft 2 Facts:

20 quick facts about your favorite space RTS:

• 1. Starcraft was released March 31 1998.
• 2. Released for Mac in 1999.
• 3. Debuted at E3 in 1996
• 4. Starcraft was criticized for being Warcraft in space
• 5. Artanis in Brood War said This is not Warcraft in Space
• 6. The cheat code in the original, Operation CWAL (Can't Wait Any Longer), is an homage to efforts to steal the beta before the game was released.
• 7. The first Starcraft expansion was not Brood War, it was a map-pack named Insurrection.
• 8. Numerous Starcraft novels have been written. My personal favorite: Liberty's Crusade.
• 9. Starcraft is listed in the Guinness Book of World Records 4 times.
• 10. Korean Starcraft professionals make more annually than the average Korean.
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• 11. Starcraft features management styles known as Macro and Micro.
• 12. Starcraft Brood War had a secret mission that was unlocked by finishing the last mission very quickly.
• 13. My favorite SC planet? Planet Christmas, of course!
• 14. Adun, referred to in the statement Entaro Adun, was a Protoss Templar.
• 15. Protoss do not have mouths and communicate telepathically.
• 16. A console-shooter was in development by Blizzard, named Starcraft: Ghost, but was canceled due to the upcoming release of new consoles.
• 17. Several Starcraft pros can average over 300 Actions per Minute while playing.
• 18. Berkely offers a course dedicated to Starcraft
• 19. The U.S. Air Force has used Starcraft in its training.
• 20. Koreans gamble on Starcraft matches and several scandals surrounding cheating have been unveiled.

Starcraft 2 is free to play on Battle.Net

Wire Sculptures with Candice Bees

Step into the wild and wonderful world of wire art with Candice Bees, a talented award-winning artist. Candice grew up in the South West of England and through her work has given us a still-life glimpse of the animals that were around her for much of the time. Inspiring her to create beautiful wire sculptures in such fine texture and form.

 

Her fondness of animals, accompanied by an intricate understanding of anatomy and movement has manifested in Candice using her creative skills to express unique animal motions and interactions that feel refreshing and real.

LANDMARK ON SKY ARTS

Candice represented Wales on Sky Arts in a competition to find an artist to create significant landmark sculpture for the U.K. 

The series is called Landmark and aired on Sky Arts. You can read more about the event here: https://artuk.org/discover/stories/landmark-on-sky-arts-wales

I enjoyed how they describe her work on the show:

"it is in watching Candice work with the different grades of steel wire that the haptic nature of the medium truly comes across. With the almost meditative repetition of the threading of the wire, it is quite amazing to watch the animal figures develop their corporeal sense, effectively coming to life with the cheeky attitude that she intended."

Candice has exhibited in London, including twice at the Society Of Equestrian Artist's annual show at the Mall Galleries, at the Society of Wildlife Artists annual exhibition, and at the David Shepherd Wildlife Artist of the Year exhibition, where Candice won the Urban Wildlife category for her work 'Unnatural Selection'.

Follow Candice Bees on Twitter here

Candice believes that it is subtle behavior that is the key to giving life to her artwork. She has spent countless hours studying animals and their behavior to better understand how to accurately portray the action that she is looking for.

Follow more of her work here:

Candice Bees Website

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/candicebeesartwork/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/candicebees/