"Why start a blog now?" "Why not?" I reply somewhat concerned at the abruptness of your question. I could answer "mind your own business", however there would be little point in writing if I go down that line.
For a start, I know have some time on my hands. I had my Master of Visual Arts assessment this week - all finished, all done. Also, my hours at work have dropped down from .8 to .5 so I am going to have half a week to fill in. I could be out making art - working on my drawing, painting or general doll playing (for anyone that has stumbled upon this blog and thinks that playing with dolls is weird - you are probably right...but that's me and my art). However, I am also going to write in here to keep my thought processes ticking over....if you know me....you would understand why.
I have applied to start another Masters next year....this time a Masters by Research. I know it may seem 'odd' to finish one Masters and the start another....however, with the MFA (research), my intent is to convert it to a PHD. yes, I know, a PHD is a big task ahead... why do it? I can talk seriously about the intellectual discourse, the challenge of academic research and the advancement of scholarship within a visual arts context..but really, it all boils down to that I have a Doctor Who fetish...and I just want to be called 'Doctor'.
As for the art practice, I will be drawing and painting over the break (and playing with dolls). I will also be working on ideas if I get accepted into the MFA. Today, I have sent in an application to have a solo show in Melbourne. I won't say where as yet because I don't want to put the mozz on it. Fingers crossed.
While I am 'blogging' I will be putting up some of my images. Please feel free to comment, criticise, yell, scream, cry...whateva. Your input is greatly appreciated.
Missing the Bleeding Obvious. 2009.
