Once upon a time Caitlin's computer decided not to turn on. The end. Sad story, right? I lived in the UR lab last week and it's a wonderful place to spend time, but not having my convenient laptop seemed brutal. It made me realize how absolutely dependent on technology I am in many aspects. I wanted to listen to my ipod as I painted but couldn't 'cause it wasn't charged 'cause that's my laptop's job. I wanted to have some tv playing in the background as I worked on some 3-d homework, but I rely on hulu as my source of entertainment. I got behind on making institute posters and wedding invites for people 'cause they were all saved on that blasted device. I wanted to blog last minute at the final hour last week but alas. The time to utilize the on campus labs was past and all roommates were asleep with their own laptops locked up. Dumb.
Well, now that I've whined for a paragraph (sorry, reader), I really did just want to make the point that it's pathetic how much having an indisposed laptop impeded my everyday life. We all rely so much on technology. Such an emphasis is placed upon it. I've had people tell me to quit using messy paint and go completely digital. It's easier. Go into graphic design, it's the only way you'll ever make money. Put down the paint brush, pick up the wacom tablet.
This is all a bit off topic, but let me say this: Technology cannot replace art. Of course it will be a big part of my classroom, but I hope my classroom isn't dependent on gadgetry. Well, that's my rant, but really, I'm just resentful towards computers right now. Let me start over. Focus, Caitlin.
Good point Caitlin--I think we have all experienced some frustration with technology. In terms of technology not being able to replace art, I guess it depends on what type of artist you are. I know my brother who is a graphic designer could not live (quite literally, because it is his livelihood) without a computer.
ReplyDeleteThat is true! It's good to introduce both to students. There is something authentic about a tangible work of art, but I've actually grown to really love computer arts too. It's even more fun when you know enough about both to utilize them and even use them together.
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