I once had this argument with an artist. As an engineer, I am trained in the sciences, and I marvel at the dance of the chemistry inside us and around us. Those educated only in the liberal arts experience wonder at a different level than sceintists. It's sad that they think we are robbed of wonder by our knowledge.
I would have hoped for better from someone (the author) who studied philosophy. 😅
Similarly, I’d be concerned with a scientist who has no grounding in the arts, either appreciation or production. I think striking a balance to appreciate both is key.
I’ve had to sit with this comment for a bit. I would counter that it isn’t the science but rather people misusing it and through poor knowledge translation. The more I know, the more I’m amazed at how intricate our world is. Thanks for reading and sharing your thoughts 💕
Great post, Bryn - and your photographs are gorgeous! And your lightbulb is AWESOME!
I'm fascinated that 'scientism' - a word I've never come across before, defined in that NYT piece as 'the inexorable drive to systematically quantify and explain everything' - is being used to beat up science itself.
Such a shame. The world would be a much poorer place without the 'why'!
It’s really sad. Perhaps a bad experience with poor teaching? I know that’s why I could never engage with physics……! Mr B used to throw things at us - and NOT to demonstrate anything scientific, either. 🙄
I once had this argument with an artist. As an engineer, I am trained in the sciences, and I marvel at the dance of the chemistry inside us and around us. Those educated only in the liberal arts experience wonder at a different level than sceintists. It's sad that they think we are robbed of wonder by our knowledge.
I would have hoped for better from someone (the author) who studied philosophy. 😅
Similarly, I’d be concerned with a scientist who has no grounding in the arts, either appreciation or production. I think striking a balance to appreciate both is key.
Alchemy is in the Arts. Perfection ,illumination found in the Sciences! Just look at Fibonacci numbers!
Right? There’s wonder everywhere we look, if we’re willing to look.
Too much Science can normalize treating people like numbers, you know that too well.
I’ve had to sit with this comment for a bit. I would counter that it isn’t the science but rather people misusing it and through poor knowledge translation. The more I know, the more I’m amazed at how intricate our world is. Thanks for reading and sharing your thoughts 💕
You’re inspiring me to seek out a brown paper sketchbook…I love the contrast!
ngl there’s also a blue one and black one and I want to try both!
Great post, Bryn - and your photographs are gorgeous! And your lightbulb is AWESOME!
I'm fascinated that 'scientism' - a word I've never come across before, defined in that NYT piece as 'the inexorable drive to systematically quantify and explain everything' - is being used to beat up science itself.
Such a shame. The world would be a much poorer place without the 'why'!
Aww 🥰 🥰
And isn’t that such an odd yet purposeful choice? It makes me wonder where science went wrong for them.
It’s really sad. Perhaps a bad experience with poor teaching? I know that’s why I could never engage with physics……! Mr B used to throw things at us - and NOT to demonstrate anything scientific, either. 🙄
Beautiful photography and words, Bryn! My early morning treat...