The art of editing
This is the truth of being a writer. Writing is rewriting.
Category: Inspiration
don’t be afraid
On the wall before me. A blazing neon sign bearing the final words of poet Seamus Heaney – guiding my way on the dark walk home on this November evening. Noli timere – “Don’t be afraid” Although I think they might have spelled it wrong. They should have used a Latin spellcheck on this before […]
THIS IS WATER
Once a year or so I return to this incredible piece by David Foster Wallace, and take the gentle reminder – This Is Water
5 second movies
I remember seeing this silly YouTube series a few years ago where films were delightfully distilled into 5 seconds or so. Found em again, and they are a delight. Titanic one below is still the one that makes me laugh the loudest.
ideas are free
Found this old sketch in my notebook of a character I created called Blockhead O’Yeah, and he was a cubist piece of art who had come to life to inspire his fellow characters. This little nugget of wisdom must have been my subconscious giving me a pep talk!
does your art go up to 10?
Words of artistic wisdom to live by from my son Casper! “On a scale of 1 -10 on how good your art is, it will never be a ten. There is always room for improvement. by Casper. age 8”
Werner Herzog — “the poet must not avert his eyes…”
The legendary German filmmaker Werner Herzog was profiled a while back in the Guardian newspaper with a particular focus on his comedic sensibilities. Well worth a read for an insight into the mind of a quirky genius. The above video is also another classic Herzog interview with his typical acerbic wit mixed with his profound […]
every day I have the blues
It would have been my father’s 77th birthday today. He is gone almost 10 years now. I wrote this piece after BB King passed away and it is as much about my dad as it is about him. When I was a kid we listened to a lot of music in my house. My dad […]
CHILLING LIKE BOB DYLAN
It’s ok to fail. Bob Dylan said so.
