I originally wrote this piece to use as a 404 error page, a creative endeavor that transformed a standard web error into something unique and engaging. It eventually garnered enough attention to earn its own domain name at radiationhelmet.com, where this piece, presented as an embedded gif, was the only thing viewable to visitors. I’ve included the original image at the bottom, providing a nostalgic glimpse into the genesis of this project and the inspiration behind it, inviting viewers to reflect on the intersection of art and technology.
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I’m a radiation helmet, you wear me on your head. On hot summer days I protect you from the ultra-violet rays. I come in blue, silver and red. I’m shaped like a head. An electric metal mixture of sulphur and lead.
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