Modern Day Hippy

Tag: Modern Hippie

  • How We Create the Vibe: Tech Meets Spirit

    How We Create the Vibe: Tech Meets Spirit

    How We Create the Vibe: Tech Meets Spirit

    People often ask about the art on this site. It’s a mix of photography, digital collage, and—yes—AI. I believe technology, when used intentionally, can be a tool for connection and creativity.

    The Digital Alchemist’s Toolkit

    To get that specific “Modern Day Hippy” look—a blend of 70s rock poster and cosmic spirituality—we don’t just use standard filters. We use Hugging Face Diffusers to summon the aesthetic of the past into the future.

    Here are the specific tools we love:

    • anyMODE/vintage-posters-sdxl: This model (trigger: vntgpstr) perfectly captures that bold, screen-printed look of 1960s concert posters. Think neon gradients and intricate line work.
    • Norod78/SDXL-VintageMagStyle-Lora: For that “pulp cover” feel—slightly worn, dramatic, and intensely colored.
    • Yntec/VintageVintage: This gives us that analog 70s movie feel. Soft grain, warm light, and a dreamy “divine feminine” aura.

    The Recipe

    The prompt usually goes something like this:

    “Boho goddess in a wildflower field, cosmic nature illustration, divine feminine aura, 1970s psychedelic festival poster, warm grainy print texture.”

    Boho Goddess Psychedelic Art Illustration
    Generated with 70s Psychedelic Style ✨

    It’s digital alchemy—mixing the old (woodblock, silkscreen) with the new (neural networks) to create something that feels like a shared dream.

  • Signs from the Universe (Found in Bushwick)

    Signs from the Universe (Found in Bushwick)

    Signs from the Universe (Found in Bushwick)

    We often look for spiritual signs in nature—in the quiet of the woods or the vastness of the ocean. But living in the city, I’ve learned that the Universe speaks through spray paint, too.

    Street art in Bushwick saying 'Trust the Timing'
    Found on Morgan Ave.

    Urban Synchronicities

    Walking through Brooklyn, I keep stumbling upon messages exactly when I need them. A sticker on a lamppost that says “Breathe.” A mural reminding me to “Love Yourself.”

    It’s a reminder that magic isn’t separate from the grit of daily life. It’s painted right on top of it.