12: Why Write? with Rachel Larsen Weaver

Summary

In this conversation, Alison Hatch interviews Rachel Larson-Weaver about the importance of writing in a creative practice. They discuss how writing can enhance photography and other artistic mediums, and how to incorporate writing into daily life. Rachel shares her journey of how she got into writing and the interplay between writing and photography in her own work. They also talk about Rachel's writing workshop and the benefits of participating in a safe and supportive writing community. The conversation highlights the value of exploring personal obsessions in writing and the impact of different skill levels in a learning environment.

Takeaways

Writing can enhance and expand a creative practice, including photography.

Incorporating writing into daily life can provide a therapeutic and meditative outlet.

Exploring personal obsessions in writing can lead to new insights and creative growth.

Participating in a writing workshop can provide a safe and supportive space for sharing and receiving feedback.

Learning from individuals with different skill levels can enhance one's own creative journey.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

06:24 The Importance of Writing in a Creative Practice

12:54 Incorporating Writing into Daily Life

19:22 Exploring Personal Obsessions in Writing

24:47 Rachel's Writing Workshop

27:56 Creating a Safe Space for Writing

32:34 Learning from Different Skill Levels

36:40 Other Ways to Work with Rachel

39:33 Closing Remarks

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