Random Things

Sketchbook Story

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These are some images I came across recently showing sketches my son made in one of my sketchbooks alongside text I copied down for him as he told me the story of the drawings. He is a teenager now so to him it is cringe-worthy but to me it is wonderful to be able to see this and remember him as a small child.

Traversée Residency

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Photos from the Hatchery group’s residency at Broadway Cinema Gallery in Nottingham, UK. The theme for the residency is traversée. It is a residency involving artists from the UK, France, and Canada.

Work by Helen Stevenson, Anne O’Callaghan, and Lori Amor from Broadway Gallery residency. Theme: Traversee.
Broadway Gallery
Work in Progress – Self drafted tunic pattern and grasses.
Work in Progress – Cotton sleeve.

Tell me about the body as a home.

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I questioned ChatGPT: Tell me about the body as a home.

It answered:

The idea of the body as a home is an analogy that suggests that just as we have a physical dwelling place where we live, our bodies also serve as a kind of home for us. This concept highlights the importance of taking care of our bodies, just as we would maintain and protect our homes.

There are many ways in which the body can be seen as a home. For example:

  1. Shelter: Our bodies protect us from the outside world, just like a house or apartment provides shelter from the elements.
  2. Comfort: Our bodies provide us with physical comfort, just as a home can be a place of comfort and relaxation.
  3. Personalization: We can decorate and personalize our bodies through clothing, accessories, and hairstyles, just as we can customize our homes with furniture and decorations.
  4. Maintenance: Our bodies require regular maintenance and upkeep, such as exercise, healthy eating, and good hygiene, just as a home requires regular cleaning and maintenance.
  5. Privacy: Our bodies are our own private spaces, just as a home can be a place where we can be alone and have privacy.

The idea of the body as a home can also extend to the importance of feeling comfortable and safe within our bodies. This includes having a positive body image, feeling confident in our own skin, and being able to trust and listen to our bodies’ needs.

Overall, viewing the body as a home can be a useful way to shift our perspective and remind us of the importance of taking care of ourselves both physically and mentally.