Editor’s Letter
Posted: March 1, 2010
Creation is life, and to some, a life’s work. I’ve made it mine, and this issue explores how alumni, students, faculty, and staff make it part of theirs.
Although every issue is an exercise in creativity, this issue was made more so by working with ATSU’s Jamie Carroll and Kelly Rogers on the cover design. Brainstorming and collaborating on the initial concept, seeing vision refined in sketch, setting up the perfect photo with Kelly, and then watching Jamie work his Photoshop magic fully illustrates the creative process that not only gets the job done but makes us glow.
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The opportunity to showcase and share another side of ATSU alumni, faculty, staff, and students is a joy. When they’re not studying, working, teaching, or saving lives, this group really knows how to let down their guard and let creativity take over.
And we’re not just talking exceptional painting, drawing, writing, and photography. Two of those featured are musicians, and ASDOH student Joshua Davidson’s work is not simply creating usable household objects such as mirrors and lamps, but rather objets d’art.
The work they share here is a gift. Of their insight,http://blogs.atsu.edu/stillmagazine/wp-admin/page-new.php and of their heart. Whether they approach their art with pen, keystroke, guitar chord, camera, computer, or chisel, these artists give of themselves. Their creative work is a passion and as much a part of their make-up as their decision to practice medicine and/or teach or support those who do. I hope you enjoy getting to know them.
Kathryn Stroppel, B.J. Editor, Still Magazine