Earlier today I threw a pen between my hands, trying in vain to break the curse of writers block. It was as I recovered the pen from the dreary carpet for the umpteenth time, that I was struck with the idea of the new Post-It note designs that now proudly adorn the header of my little pragmatic site. I figured it was about time I banished the somewhat egotistical ‘Polaroid’ design to the cyber dustbin. It had been bugging me for a while, so with less than 3 weeks to go until I am officially Photoshopless, I decided today was the day.
If I were a poncy art critic, I’d tell you that “the juxtaposition of the notes and familiar components within the artists environment, create a powerful sense of understanding for the viewer. By substituting the human element with handwritten notes, he triggers a release clause in our psyche that informs us that the artist, is no longer in such familiar territory. Now, can I top that glass up with more ghastly champagne darling? Where did you get that blouse?”. Continue reading ‘Such grand designs?’
