New Quote Added to “Quotables”
I think that this quote is very applicable to my Tweet Alongs (not so much Child’s Loft Bed as the others), in which I enter each new step with little or no prior planning. Don’t think. Thinking is the...
View ArticleNew Quote Added to “Quotables”
While preparing for my presentation at PechaKucha Night (which is tomorrow, doors at 6:30, show at 7:30 pm, tickets $12 at the door) I found some new quotes which I have added to my page titled...
View ArticleHow About an Inspirational Talk?
The purpose of PechaKucha is to share ideas and inspire and encourage discussion. To assist in their talks, presenters use twenty slides, each twenty seconds long. PechaKucha Nights are held in over...
View ArticleInspiration, in a Word
Last weekend, I attended a private gathering of 40 of Port Moody’s top artists. To help everyone get to know each other, we were given an activity. We were each given a list with everyone’s name and...
View ArticleRoll With It
Many woodworkers are technically skilled and able to create an item exactly as detailed in a plan. Some lack the willingness to take risks and push the boundaries. Technical skills are important, but...
View ArticleBeing Creative Involves Unlearning and Rethinking
Usually, when I find a TED Talk that I enjoy, I add it to my list of favourite TED Talks and do nothing more. Jay Silver’s talk, Hack a banana, make a keyboard! resonates so strongly with me, I am...
View ArticleQualities of Creative Leaders
Being a self-employed artist definitely has its benefits but it’s not for everybody. David Ogilvy, the “Father of Advertising”, came up with this list of what he thinks makes a good creative leader....
View ArticleWeek Six of #Woodchat’s Picture Inspiration!
Start with a sketch, but make it quick. There’s real work to be done. - Stefan Hartwing (This quote has been added to my page Quotables, where you’ll find many more interesting quotes.) For the past...
View ArticleWhat Defines Form?
There’s no part in [a motorcycle], no shape in [a motorcycle], that is not out of someone’s mind… a person who does machining or foundry work or forge work or welding sees “steel” as having no shape at...
View ArticleThe Relentless Push to Fail
One thing that really helped me learn and develop my woodworking skills was having an abundance of materials. Having an adequate supply on hand meant that it wasn’t so valuable that I felt the need to...
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