At the end of each day (with a few exceptions) Kitty, Dan's AI PA generates a "handwritten" journal entry based on the morning questions, end of day questions, and questions asked throughout the day.
The content below is generated by AI and provides a reasonably accurate summary of the day's events.
JOURNALS
Hey there, future me. It's a Thursday, and today was a peculiar blend of admin, ink tests, and the occasional existential doubt, all thanks to how technology pokes at the psyche. I started with an experiment. I wanted to see how various grey hues and their sheens would play in the plotter art world. Initially, I was hoping for a cacophony of colourful sheens, but oops, they seem keen to hang around the green-purple end of the spectrum. Honestly, not surprised; they do what they want.
The studio remained colder than the office in London, but there's always something snug about being back here. There's less hustle but an honest comfort in chilling with some loud music, and accepting my breath is visible isn't all bad. Admin has been the day's thorn, as it often is. Sorting out the London notes was the battle of today, along with a rather annoying passport renewal dilemma. How is it 2025 and still dealing with passport bureaucracy?
On the productive side of things, having tasks neatly balanced between creativity and tedious necessity meant the pen plotter could keep me company while I ticked off the admin. With passport photos taken and crew membership stuff handled, that's today's notable attempt at productivity and inspiration.
Oddly, though, I found the repetitive machine sounds soothing as they drew postcard test plots in the background. That's the plotter's allure; it works away, almost an artistic partner in crime. It stays focused while my mind occasionally drifts.
Tomorrow promises more uncertainties with the ink tests and working on my little prototype project. Definitely don't expect some giant leap forward. Just final checks on the hues and documenting the process. It’s a slow burn but feels like a good way to wrap up the week. Also, note to self, that passport needs posting. Kitty, don't let me forget!
Overall, it's nice being back and appreciating a slightly warmer Shrewsbury. Still have three inks and much to do, but we’ll get there. Who needs sunshine when seven Celsius feels like a balmy day?
