"Even if my persona were not an aviator, I am afraid that they would be necessary.
Who knows when an errant splash of absinthe might (heavens forfend) miss the mouth."
The Crossroads of the Aether
-
Jonathan Phoenyx
- Male
- Dallas, TX
- United States
- Blog Posts
- Discussions (18)
- Events
- Groups (4)
- Photos (18)
- Photo Albums (2)
- Videos (2)
Music
Jonathan Phoenyx's Groups
Jonathan Phoenyx's Discussions
Steampunk Portal Gun
Started this discussion. Last reply by TheAtomicSoul Aug 8, 2011. 7 Replies 0 Likes
Hey gang!I'm in the beginning phases of making a steampunk inspired portal gun (from Valve's Portal game). The gun shown is not mine, but a just reference. …Continue
Bands/Songs that Incorporate Tesla Coils?
Started this discussion. Last reply by Dr. Lavinia Dayton May 1, 2011. 1 Reply 0 Likes
Hi guys!Wow, I haven't been on here in awhile. That's what college does to ya I guess. Anyway, I was digging through my friends movie collection and stumbled on the Sorcerer's Apprentice w/ Nicolas…Continue
Why do Steampunkers wear goggles?
Started this discussion. Last reply by A D Cruize Sep 7, 2011. 72 Replies 1 Like
Hey gang,I was trying to explain steampunk to my dad over the Thanksgiving break, and I thought it did it quite well. However, his number one question was "Why does everyone where goggles?" I've…Continue
Tags: occupations, why, jedi, goggles, steampunk
What is this called?
Started this discussion. Last reply by Kat McCorbie Sep 16, 2010. 6 Replies 0 Likes
Hi guys. I'm trying to find one of these:…Continue
Gifts Received
Jonathan Phoenyx has not received any gifts yet
Jack of All Trades, Master of...Some
Latest Activity
Athene Radcliffe, Ph.D. replied to Jonathan Phoenyx's discussion Why do Steampunkers wear goggles?"Given the weather here in Maryland today, a bathing cap would be just the ticket"
Major Girth replied to Jonathan Phoenyx's discussion Why do Steampunkers wear goggles?"Because wearing bathing caps everywhere would be just plain silly..."
Luke replied to Jonathan Phoenyx's discussion Why do Steampunkers wear goggles?"I wonder if the big reason that goggles become so widespread in steampunk was not the WW1 factor:
If that's not steampunk I'll eat my hat.
"
Liam Finnegan replied to Jonathan Phoenyx's discussion Why do Steampunkers wear goggles?"Because apparently they are required to get into the "World's Largest Steampunk Gathering" at Dragon*Con for the Guiness Record. I've heard of many turned away for not having goggles."
"as for "aviation", any early operator[airplane , zep or baloon] needed goggles to protect eyes and see better.airplane wind shields and cockpits were a long way off.driving the same thing, watch the tv series"bearcats" from the…"
Charlotte Quinn Marson replied to Jonathan Phoenyx's discussion Why do Steampunkers wear goggles?"As my high school chemistry teacher used to say as we hung up our goggles after lab, "Always use protection." They're not the same goggles, but the same concept applies, right? Teachers and their innuendos these days... :)"
Athene Radcliffe, Ph.D. replied to Jonathan Phoenyx's discussion Why do Steampunkers wear goggles?"And of course, Google goggles
http://katherineshieldsdesigns.com/?page_id=83
"
James Fogg replied to Jonathan Phoenyx's discussion Why do Steampunkers wear goggles?"To my understanding is because most of the steampunk characters, being aviators, mechanics or engeneers had to wear them in order to protect their eyes."
G.A. Jack Hammerquist replied to Jonathan Phoenyx's discussion Why do Steampunkers wear goggles?"Just a my two cents on the matter. Goggles although were not common place in the way back when times we all wish had stuck around longer, they stood out even then as practical elements of that era. Planes, motor bikes, automobiles, even steam…"
"And your cat can't scratch your eyes out!"
Faolon De Louzac Silverflame replied to Jonathan Phoenyx's discussion Why do Steampunkers wear goggles?"My answer-- they are so very niffty. I can go on my air ship or in my automotive device. They are even handy in the west Texas wind storms. I live in west Texas by the way and blowing sand tends to sting. oh and did I mention oh shiny. But the…"
Luke replied to Jonathan Phoenyx's discussion Why do Steampunkers wear goggles?"I can attest that
"ze goggles, zey do nozzing"
Unexpected time travel is unpleasant regardless.
;) Luke "
Earl Grey (The Mad Aristocrat) replied to Jonathan Phoenyx's discussion Why do Steampunkers wear goggles?"In case of unexpected time travel."
Profile Information
- Introduction
- I've loved steampunk my entire life, but never had a name to put with it until recently. I looking for any steampunkers in my area to hang out with.
Currently a member of the Steampunk Illumination Society.
About me:
I'm a Cinema-Television Major at SMU and love movies! My favorite Steampunk-esque movie would have to be Treasure Planet. I am currently developing my stop motion skills, but my expertise seems to be editing media and writing.
Jonathan Phoenyx's Photos
Jonathan Phoenyx's Videos
Comment Wall (3 comments)
- At 10:06am on September 1, 2011,
Jolly Roger said… - Bravo sir! great video montage very well done;)
- At 6:55am on July 15, 2010,
Marquis of Vaudeville said… - Hello Monsieur Lester, Welcome to the Empire, Good Sir. Did you happen to receive the invitation to the group as you requested? It would have been sent to your personal email. We hope that all is well in your world and that we shall meet you quite soon.
Kind Regards,
Marquis of Vaudeville
- At 9:45pm on July 14, 2010,
becky ann demonja/Silver Thorne said… - Good evening Master Jonathan -
Allow we to welcome you aboard The Steel Rose. As you can see we will be docking in Garland this weekend and truly hope you can join us. We look forward to meeting you in person as well as communicating on line.
Your Servant - Captain Silver Thorne
© 2013 Created by Hephzibah Marsh.
