Reading 3 Response

I agree with Cage that it is important to not only take in everything from your teacher, but also classmates- especially in an art class. The more help and feedback you receive, the better. Self discipline is essential in creating a concept for a project and also executing it well (although hard to do at all times)- however, I don't always think that a person should choose someone specific to model themselves after, but instead, should be inspired by them while at the same time have personal motivation. Overall, I think Cage stresses the importance of really putting yourself out there and trying everything- no matter the end result- which is essential, in my book, for learning and experiencing things.
In Mau's article I found some of his rules helpful and some that didn't always apply with me. Staying up late for instance- I know I do it, but really, sometimes I write the worst papers or come up with not fully thought out ideas when I'm just plain exhausted. I'm not saying I don't enjoy being up late, but not when I have to do a painstaking assignment. However, when looking at all his pointers, I felt that Mau had a very positive and laid back style to some of his guidelines for life. Allowing time to drift, to go deep, to laugh, and to begin anywhere, all seem like refreshing ideas to me.