I've been contemplating this a lot recently. In Spring, I got a new studio space (my first one) as I felt limited in my small Berlin flat. At first, it was all fun and games. I loved going to the studio; everything was new - I started painting/ceramics and installations this year. But In the past couple of weeks, I realised once things settle, we need to be more intentional in setting time for ourselves to show up and allow our creativity to unfold. It's not enough to be creative all day in our heads; but things need also to progress and action. So, instead of allowing my mood to control when I go to the studio, I sat down yesterday and planned the days; I can pop into my studio even if it's for an hour. I have another corporate job, but there is still plenty of time to do my creative work if I make these appointments myself. It requires more planning and intentionality.
I’m overdue for a rewatch of Pee-wee’s Big Adventure but if I recall correctly, the audio commentary with Reubens and Burton was a hoot. “I still have that prop”, “I still see him/her from time to time”, and one perfectly timed comment about a celebrity cameo that was spit-take worthy.
Haven’t read it myself yet but this article in The Comics Journal about the artists and cartoonists involved with The Playhouse looks great.
Admittedly I didn’t click on every item in this newsletter...but the essay about Baldwin, the zoom conversation from earlier this week...the showing up for and with yourself on a page...the world is so often overwhelming to me...sad and cruel...and navigating it all difficult...maintaining equanimity not so easy...what to do, how to be in the midst of it all a constant wrestling...you’ve shared some real gems this week. I always enjoy your newsletters...this week they’ve been more than simple enjoyment and I just want to say thank you for that.
Love Pee-Wee’s Big Adventure! One of the over-the-air network’s was showing it a few weeks ago, especially now that I live in Texas. I’ve been rewatching the first Spy Kids movies since I know they were filmed here. The trailer for the new one coming to Netflix has a shot of the characters flying right down Congress Ave. with capitol building in the background. Plus Rodriguez has such a quirky sense of play.
I've been contemplating this a lot recently. In Spring, I got a new studio space (my first one) as I felt limited in my small Berlin flat. At first, it was all fun and games. I loved going to the studio; everything was new - I started painting/ceramics and installations this year. But In the past couple of weeks, I realised once things settle, we need to be more intentional in setting time for ourselves to show up and allow our creativity to unfold. It's not enough to be creative all day in our heads; but things need also to progress and action. So, instead of allowing my mood to control when I go to the studio, I sat down yesterday and planned the days; I can pop into my studio even if it's for an hour. I have another corporate job, but there is still plenty of time to do my creative work if I make these appointments myself. It requires more planning and intentionality.
I’m overdue for a rewatch of Pee-wee’s Big Adventure but if I recall correctly, the audio commentary with Reubens and Burton was a hoot. “I still have that prop”, “I still see him/her from time to time”, and one perfectly timed comment about a celebrity cameo that was spit-take worthy.
Haven’t read it myself yet but this article in The Comics Journal about the artists and cartoonists involved with The Playhouse looks great.
https://www.tcj.com/the-artists-and-cartoonists-who-designed-pee-wee-hermans-world-part-one/
“If I show up to the page, I show up to myself.”
Definitely going in my quote book.
Admittedly I didn’t click on every item in this newsletter...but the essay about Baldwin, the zoom conversation from earlier this week...the showing up for and with yourself on a page...the world is so often overwhelming to me...sad and cruel...and navigating it all difficult...maintaining equanimity not so easy...what to do, how to be in the midst of it all a constant wrestling...you’ve shared some real gems this week. I always enjoy your newsletters...this week they’ve been more than simple enjoyment and I just want to say thank you for that.
Austin, will you remind me when my year's subscription is done so I can pay for the next year? Thank you.
Love Pee-Wee’s Big Adventure! One of the over-the-air network’s was showing it a few weeks ago, especially now that I live in Texas. I’ve been rewatching the first Spy Kids movies since I know they were filmed here. The trailer for the new one coming to Netflix has a shot of the characters flying right down Congress Ave. with capitol building in the background. Plus Rodriguez has such a quirky sense of play.
Can’t wait to listen to your conversation with Beth Pickens. It’s about time for me to revisit her book...