i never know what to think about using the idea of simplicity in an artistic or creative matter. in a way, i really don’t like it – i mean, it’s just that. it’s too simple. and then it becomes boring. a perfect example of this, in my opinion, would be Thoreau's Walden. i can describe my feelings of this book in 9 letters: pointless. or maybe just Zzzzzzzzz. that’s a lot of z’s…
so, this guy goes out in the woods and documents his experience. then it becomes one of the most well-known pieces of American literature. but who couldn’t do that?
then again, if an idea is never expressed, it doesn’t matter that anyone could have come up with it. not to mention, the simple things in life constantly go unnoticed but are usually the highlights of our days. i really like this guy's site and his interpretations.
also, i don't really know much about her work (hopefully this will be changing soon) but Miranda July has a unique way of executing her ideas.
hmm...
Wednesday, June 18, 2008
simplicity
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well i think some of it is pretty good. COOL BLOG VERONICA!
i guess from what i've heard, walden is somewhat fictional and he didnt completely seclude himself into the wilderness. i agree that walden is overrated (wow, we're nerds) because i dont like when writers tell you what to think. "simplicity, simplicity, simplicity." i'd rather hear a story that implies what we should think, as opposed to being told.
but yeah. that picture of wood is freakin BOOOOOREEEENG...
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