Week #2 - Gilda WIlliams

 “Fear is the root of bad writing” - Gilda Williams

What are some useful points she makes?

Williams begins by explaining the mistakes that most beginners and inexperienced art-writers make. Most beginner writers are scared of sounding stupid, displaying ignorance, getting it wrong, questioning the artist and being honest about their opinions. Putting your personal writing and thoughts out into the world is a scary thing to do. Williams goes on to make many helpful suggestions for beginner writers. 

What are the traits of good writing?

Good writing is clear, well structured and carefully worded. The artwork is clearly described and put into context within the world around it. The text is imaginative and the vocabulary is interesting. Their are original ideas in the text and these are substantiated by the writer's experience and knowledge of art. 

What are the traits of poor writing?

Poor writing is badly structured and is waffley. The vocabulary is unimaginative and the ideas are underdeveloped. Their logic is flawed and the knowledge is patchy. The writer fails to communicate the meaning behind the artwork and its relationship to the rest of the world.