Episode 38 - Intention and invitation

Time has flown and Uncivil Savant has taken its own shape. When I draw, no matter if I have very specific plans for a piece, the ink, paper and brush always conspire to make a far more interesting and lively, if sometimes unexpected, translation of the movements of my hand, (and by inference, the movements of my unconscious, as well as my so-called conscious will). Thankfully, the same happens with writing. Although I am still tapping away at a keyboard rather than writing long-hand, if I relax and get the tension of the inner strings just right, not too tight, not too loose, unexpected resonances and overtones have a chance to vibrate in the words on this glowing screen.First published here with full transcript, notes and more images, July 31st 2023. Get full access to Uncivil Savant at carolineross.substack.com/subscribe