The issue of whether 'formal problem' means something different from
'problem' may well seem silly but in the context of a network devoted
to drawing research is actually significant.
Drawing research very often involves writing about drawing as well as
practical drawing itself. If this writing is to communicate successfully
to its readers we have to ensure that the terminology used has a clear
meaning. I appreciate that artists may justifiably use texts to perform
other functions than straightforward communication in a rational way.
However, there is a need for clarity at least on some occasions.
I have heard the phrase 'formal problem' on a few occasions in the past,
and I hoped someone might be able to explain what it meant.
John
On Tue, 25 Jan 2005, David Haley wrote:
> With the greatest respect, given that this has generally been (in my opinion)
> a very interesting exchange, this is now getting a bit silly - am I meant to
> respond to 'Why draw?', or 'formal problems', as 'opposed to a problem'?
>
> Frankly, it's too late and these questions seem to be glib reactions, rather
> than considered inquiries (don't ask me to define the difference!).
>
> I know, these are the things I should ignore, so please have a go, at least,
> to offer an answer, or move on.
>
> Good night
>
> David
>
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