Papilla Estelar by Remedios Varo
Ø Alchemy – science, magic, art – or all three?
a seemingly magical process of transformation, creation, or combination.
Whether alchemy is a science, art, or a form of magic seems entirely dependent on the person practicing and their intentions. Just as much as all scientific fields are informed by the subjectivity of those conducting research, fringe fields such as alchemy are limited by the same factors as psychology and biology. The assumptions and preferences of "true" scientists shape the results of any investigation. Alchemy based in empirical research, as is chemistry, or medicine, could be a considered science. While alchemy for the sake of invoking certain internal experiences may be considered art. Magic may be found in the tension between the two.
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