This was great. If I ever start a studio and have employees—which, to be fair, I don't really plan to—I may schedule "reading time" like we're in elementary school.
I remember visiting my dad at work -- when he was closing in on retirement and I was still in college -- and part of his day was reading scientific journals to stay up to date.
This was a good read Andrew, thank you. Reading is one of those activities that waxes and wains for me. One that is approached with good intentions (even when on break at work), but easily pushed aside. Now in a season of building up my reading stamina, I have found a way to allow myself to not only enjoy reading, but appreciate it more and not see as anti-productive, since what I am reading only add to the knowledge that I bring to my work.
Absolutely. I do think reading during the day could keep us feeling, if not being, more free. Also, I recognize I'm extrapolating my own experience across a field of endeavour -- but I think it's true nonetheless. :)
I like your TypeQuote. Feeling liberated within our own prescribed limitations is a deep subject, but as far as design is concerned, working within the limits of design projects is part of what drew me into the profession. It’s exciting and yes, liberating, to have the challenge of new boundaries with each job. The limits focus our creativity and stimulate problem solving. That, to me, is what’s so gratifying about being a designer.
This was great. If I ever start a studio and have employees—which, to be fair, I don't really plan to—I may schedule "reading time" like we're in elementary school.
This idea might end up being why I start one 😂
haha -- Thanks, Nathaniel. I like "reading time". I think I'll assign myself "reading time" right now. If you ever want to talk studio, lemme know!
Yesss. Sounds good, I will!
I remember visiting my dad at work -- when he was closing in on retirement and I was still in college -- and part of his day was reading scientific journals to stay up to date.
I think that's amazing. I realize that most people don't have the "luxury" to read at all during the day, especially books.
This was a good read Andrew, thank you. Reading is one of those activities that waxes and wains for me. One that is approached with good intentions (even when on break at work), but easily pushed aside. Now in a season of building up my reading stamina, I have found a way to allow myself to not only enjoy reading, but appreciate it more and not see as anti-productive, since what I am reading only add to the knowledge that I bring to my work.
Absolutely. I do think reading during the day could keep us feeling, if not being, more free. Also, I recognize I'm extrapolating my own experience across a field of endeavour -- but I think it's true nonetheless. :)
I like your TypeQuote. Feeling liberated within our own prescribed limitations is a deep subject, but as far as design is concerned, working within the limits of design projects is part of what drew me into the profession. It’s exciting and yes, liberating, to have the challenge of new boundaries with each job. The limits focus our creativity and stimulate problem solving. That, to me, is what’s so gratifying about being a designer.