Shelf browsing is so magical. I like the reshelving carts at libraries and bookstores. When I taught Comp classes in Iowa, I encouraged walking the stacks because algorithms don’t catch it all. You might be surprised at what you find.
One of the best compliments I’ve ever received was from the theology professor at the Seminary of the Southwest. He said I had “eyes in the back of his head” because I would walk the stacks at the UT library in search of books related to his research topic—Shakespeare—and bring back ones he didn’t know he needed until he saw them.
I taught a research class to art students and one assignment had them going into the stacks for a book of their choice and then choosing 3 more books: one from a shelf above and below their choice. The third had to be a book from a bookshelf directly behind them. We had a great discussion about discovery for creative people. They are so used to googling source images which is fine but all artists should be browsing the stacks! And not just the art books. I once randomly found an old book, maybe 1920s about gymnastics and those little line drawings inspired a whole bunch of paintings.
Liam Gallagher talking to those school kids is priceless. My wife's English relatives tell me that every person in UK wants to get tickets to these shows.
Those both look great! I'm also an eclectic reader. I'm a librarian so I'm exposed to so many books by being among them and talking to colleagues and patrons. I love it.
Re: the book cart: Are you good friends with your librarian? One of the perks of small town living is that if there are library related things I'd like to have for myself, she'll order them through her vendors and I reimburse the library when they come in which saves me on shipping costs. All she asks in return is a plate of cookies for one of their adult programs. Win/win.
Thought I’d reach out to this creative community. Anyone here into kintsugi and wabi sabi? I had a vision and pursuing the art form, wanting to connect with other artists in this vein.
I also *always* scan the recently returned carts. Even just tracking what’s on other people’s minds and hearts is interesting, you know? A little local index.
I believe I may have recommended these before (apologies) but Scott Freiman’s Deconstructing the Beatles series and his Fab Four Masterclasses (Zoom presentations) might be worth looking if you want to dig further into the White Album. Scott really details what instruments and vocals went into each recording track just like you did.
The Masterclass White Album entry was 3 sessions, each around an hour and a half (or more?) long! One of the ways I got through the pandemic :)
I should revisit these myself—recently visited Liverpool for the first time! Among other museums and sites, we toured the Lennon & McCartney childhood homes. Being in the rooms where they wrote many of their early songs was a special experience!
Shelf browsing is so magical. I like the reshelving carts at libraries and bookstores. When I taught Comp classes in Iowa, I encouraged walking the stacks because algorithms don’t catch it all. You might be surprised at what you find.
One of the best compliments I’ve ever received was from the theology professor at the Seminary of the Southwest. He said I had “eyes in the back of his head” because I would walk the stacks at the UT library in search of books related to his research topic—Shakespeare—and bring back ones he didn’t know he needed until he saw them.
I taught a research class to art students and one assignment had them going into the stacks for a book of their choice and then choosing 3 more books: one from a shelf above and below their choice. The third had to be a book from a bookshelf directly behind them. We had a great discussion about discovery for creative people. They are so used to googling source images which is fine but all artists should be browsing the stacks! And not just the art books. I once randomly found an old book, maybe 1920s about gymnastics and those little line drawings inspired a whole bunch of paintings.
“The serendipity of the stacks!”
That’s such a good idea! It almost makes me want to be in a classroom again. I posted a photo on FB earlier this week of two books I’d picked up at the library: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/737522/the-wisdom-of-sheep-by-rosamund-young/ and https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/677157/the-talented-mrs-mandelbaum-by-margalit-fox/. Someone called me an eclectic reader to which I said “yes.” I’ve always been, but being a part of this community has deepened that thanks to posts like this.
Liam Gallagher talking to those school kids is priceless. My wife's English relatives tell me that every person in UK wants to get tickets to these shows.
Those both look great! I'm also an eclectic reader. I'm a librarian so I'm exposed to so many books by being among them and talking to colleagues and patrons. I love it.
Re: the book cart: Are you good friends with your librarian? One of the perks of small town living is that if there are library related things I'd like to have for myself, she'll order them through her vendors and I reimburse the library when they come in which saves me on shipping costs. All she asks in return is a plate of cookies for one of their adult programs. Win/win.
I own four old wooden library carts, very sturdy and on wheels. Such a joy!
Do you plan to do more of the typewriter interviews? I love the format so much.
Yeah I’m sending out a bunch more right now — stay tuned!
Right on!
The Guardian article mentions that Radiohead's "15 Step" matches the criteria for hit em, so I guess I'm already a fan?
Thought I’d reach out to this creative community. Anyone here into kintsugi and wabi sabi? I had a vision and pursuing the art form, wanting to connect with other artists in this vein.
I also *always* scan the recently returned carts. Even just tracking what’s on other people’s minds and hearts is interesting, you know? A little local index.
I believe I may have recommended these before (apologies) but Scott Freiman’s Deconstructing the Beatles series and his Fab Four Masterclasses (Zoom presentations) might be worth looking if you want to dig further into the White Album. Scott really details what instruments and vocals went into each recording track just like you did.
The Masterclass White Album entry was 3 sessions, each around an hour and a half (or more?) long! One of the ways I got through the pandemic :)
https://shop.culturesonar.com/collections/deconstructing-the-beatles/products/deconstructing-the-beatles-white-album
https://www.crowdcast.io/@fab-four-master-class
I should revisit these myself—recently visited Liverpool for the first time! Among other museums and sites, we toured the Lennon & McCartney childhood homes. Being in the rooms where they wrote many of their early songs was a special experience!
Have you tried the UT Surplus ReUse Store at Braker Lane and Burner Road for a book cart?