"The eye of the camera allowed me to see my work afresh, but it wasn’t a distraction - I was simply doing what I would be doing anyway, with just a little more focus." - I love this realization! What a great new addition to your creative process.
The shift from performative documentation to treating the camera as an apprentice is interesting. Most craft content gets optimized for engagement metrics, but filming as if teaching someone changes the pacing and focus in ways that probably benefit both the maker and viewer. I've noticed similar patterns when prototyping design work, having to articulate decisoins out loud (even to noone) forces clarity that silent work doesn't. The natural rhythm you describe, morning filming when light is good and evening prep, sounds more sustainable than the constant content churn most platforms demand.
Thank you for the lovely story of your first floor loom! I just shared my own floor loom with a new weaver. She will borrow for the next year or so as she is just starting on her own weaving journey. She is thrilled to have it. I am impatiently waiting for a new-to-me floor loom to arrive, but sadly, it was damaged in transit, so I am unsure when it will arrive. As you have done with your own loom, I might need to give it some TLC to get it up and running. I have enjoyed your work. Thank you once again. :)
"The eye of the camera allowed me to see my work afresh, but it wasn’t a distraction - I was simply doing what I would be doing anyway, with just a little more focus." - I love this realization! What a great new addition to your creative process.
So wonderful to see you on Substack! I followed you when I was on Instagram and am delighted to find you here. Love your work!
The shift from performative documentation to treating the camera as an apprentice is interesting. Most craft content gets optimized for engagement metrics, but filming as if teaching someone changes the pacing and focus in ways that probably benefit both the maker and viewer. I've noticed similar patterns when prototyping design work, having to articulate decisoins out loud (even to noone) forces clarity that silent work doesn't. The natural rhythm you describe, morning filming when light is good and evening prep, sounds more sustainable than the constant content churn most platforms demand.
Thank you for the lovely story of your first floor loom! I just shared my own floor loom with a new weaver. She will borrow for the next year or so as she is just starting on her own weaving journey. She is thrilled to have it. I am impatiently waiting for a new-to-me floor loom to arrive, but sadly, it was damaged in transit, so I am unsure when it will arrive. As you have done with your own loom, I might need to give it some TLC to get it up and running. I have enjoyed your work. Thank you once again. :)