Thinking About It

Not too bad for the first day. Found parts for the assemblage, did a lot of sanding and put the basic figure together. The one thing I've noted is the fatigue--my assemblages tend to be heavy and between that and the oomph needed to cut and drive long screws (even with power tools), the physical impact is considerable. I move so slowly compared to the speed at which my mind works. Even with breaks I find myself quite tired out, and unlikely to work in here tonight.

In time I will likely be getting away from processes which are too physically demanding on my joints so that I don't get worn out in the middle of working. I don't see well enough to do small things, nor are my hands facile enough for working small. But I've had this assemblage in my head all summer and knew I had useful components on the premises, so it made sense to make it given the short time frame in which it needs to be completed.

It should also be easier, in time, to stay on top of domestic and gallery chores, now that there is more room in my office and in the basement and cellar areas. No more acrobatic stretches to reach things or having to move great heavy boxes and furniture in order to get at something that was supposed to be in a box behind a box (and of course turned out to be in a different place altogether). It won't be such hard work to do everyday things, and the prospect of being able to find most of my supplies is such a luxury after the past year and a half.