In a message dated 16/07/2006 07:23:54 GMT Daylight Time,
nigel_betternu@yahoo.com writes:
> "Stuff", as you say, is in the same spirit as a 'dram'
> and a 'dash'. A lexicological indication that
> precision and care is not really needed if one
> doesn''t care if one's work is perhaps substandard,
> and yes, some might say, rotten. Quality, in and of
> itself, is a vastly overrated parameter, and probably
> not even in the peer group of those qualities of the
> artist's attitude and superior attitude. Just looking
> down one's nose at someone who dares mention that a
> particular gum print is grainy and washed out will
> generally serve to put the philistine in his or her
> place.
>
>
Nigel
It would be good if you could demonstrate some knowledge of the history and
aesthetics of gum printing before throwing these vague accusations into the
ring.
Terry
Received on 07/16/06-12:46:57 AM Z
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