Yes, indeed. The expense of paper and ink demanded economy in the writing, and led to all kinds of superlative craftsmanship (and even to Art). I agree: form is essential, and the mastery of it, which itself demands strategies of organization. The internet provides the potential reach while diluting quality. I will have a lot more to write on this subject next year when I begin writing my book on the arts. Thanks for reading, dear Cy!
The art of writing by hand on paper demanded greater efficiencies, more knowledge and skill, and purposefully organized thoughts.
Similarly, fine photography on film required greater skill and planning.
One approaches creativity differently if the materials at hand are finite.
Yes, indeed. The expense of paper and ink demanded economy in the writing, and led to all kinds of superlative craftsmanship (and even to Art). I agree: form is essential, and the mastery of it, which itself demands strategies of organization. The internet provides the potential reach while diluting quality. I will have a lot more to write on this subject next year when I begin writing my book on the arts. Thanks for reading, dear Cy!