Vision and Virtuosity
October 6, 2009 / Written by Molly Klimas
Joey Shimoda:
“If I’m not sketching, I’m not thinking. There’s a direct relationship between vision and virtuosity.”
I admit, I had to look up ‘virtuosity.’ It’s one of those words that you know intuitively, but if you had to define it, well …
vir·tu·os·i·ty
- The technical skill, fluency, or style exhibited by a virtuoso (a person who has a special knowledge or skill in a field) or a composition.
- An appreciation for or interest in fine objects of art.
So, Joey Shimoda, AIA, our User Conference’s keynote speaker, founder of L.A.-based Shimoda Design Group, basically said thinking’s not thinking unless he’s producing.
I thought about the ideas floating around in my head that had never come to fruition. I thought about Brian Bosley’s presentation and his words about ambition and action ... and inaction … and regret.
Joey Shimoda lives fully in the present, surrounded by – infused by – his work. Shuttering any regret.
What a gift. … What a choice.
Soon, we’ll be posting content – including videos and images – from our User Conference. If you weren’t able to make it this year, you’ll still be able to experience at least some of what this year’s incredible conference had to offer … including Joey’s powerful words. Plus, his perspective on design trends. Stay tuned.
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