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A hand-drawn black-and-white illustration of a human ear. The ear is shown in profile, with detailed line work representing the curves and folds of the outer ear. Sound waves, depicted as curving and oscillating lines, flow horizontally across the image, entering the ear from both the left and right sides. Around the ear, short, loose lines suggest subtle motion or vibration, emphasizing the act of hearing or receiving sound. The drawing is abstract but expressive, illustrating the concept of feedback or sound being actively received and processed.

Creative static

May 16, 20251 Comment

The greatest challenge of creative work: managing feedback. Tune into 1044 words on The Davis Daily.

This is an image of a hand-drawn, three-tiered birthday cake sitting on a round serving plate. Each tier is decorated with different icing patterns, including dots, scalloped lines, and large rounded frosting dollops that circle each layer. At the top of the cake is a large candle shaped like the number 40, indicating a 40th birthday celebration. The drawing is simple and whimsical, using bold black lines with no colour or shading, giving it a playful, cartoon-like appearance.

40 for 40

April 5, 20259 Comments

40 lessons from 40 years of life, shared in 490 words on The Davis Daily.

This is a simple, continuous-line drawing of a person fishing from shore. The person is wearing a hat, a vest, and pants with pockets. They are holding a fishing rod with both hands, casting a line into the water. The fishing line curves downward before making contact with the surface, creating a small circular ripple. The shoreline is spotted with a few patches of grass and a small bag or tackle box near the angler’s feet.

One last cast

March 15, 20259 Comments

Here’s the thing about fishing and life. In 418 words on The Davis Daily.

This is a hand-drawn illustration of a "For Sale" sign hanging from a wooden post. The post is tall, sturdy, and has a horizontal arm extending to the right. The sign hangs from the arm on two small hooks. The sign is rectangular, with a bold red background and large, white, capitalized letters spelling out "FOR SALE" in a thick, blocky font. Below the text is a blank white space—this is for details like a phone number or price. The drawing is in black ink outlines with red shading on the sign and light shading on the post to create shadows. There is lightly sketched grass at the base of the post.

Creativity for sale

March 4, 20252 Comments

What it means when you hand over your creative work to A.I. In 596 human words on The Davis Daily.

This is a hand-drawn black-and-white illustration of a classic grandfather clock. The clock has a tall, elegant wooden frame with decorative molding at the top, featuring a curved, ornate design. The clock face is round with Roman numerals marking the hours and two hands indicating the time. It’s six after ten. The minute and hour hands are simple but bold, making them easy to read. Below the clock face, a glass-paneled compartment reveals the pendulum, which is a large, round disc hanging from a thin rod, along with two weights suspended by chains. The base of the clock is slightly wider for stability, with subtle detailing along its edges.

Tick tock goes Death’s clock

February 17, 2025July 3, 202512 Comments

About mortality, regret, and the urgency of living fully. Read 632 words on The Davis Daily.

This is a black-and-white line drawing of a knight in full armor. The knight stands facing forward, holding a sword in his right hand and a shield in his left hand. The armor is detailed with segmented plates on the arms, legs, and torso. The helmet features a visor with vertical slits for visibility and ventilation, and a plume extends from the top, flowing backward. The shield is large and triangular, with a simple geometric design: a bold "X" dividing it into four sections, a smaller rectangle near the top centre, and a diamond near the bottom centre. The knight's pose is sturdy and balanced, suggesting readiness for battle.

Get in, loser, we’re going on a quest

January 25, 20251 Comment

How to get out of your own way and lead an adventurous life. Read 610 words about breaking the pattern on The Davis Daily.

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