This presentation was a nice companion to the one Katherine Smith gave several weeks prior, in that it continued my search for answers to what the process of scholarly research really is. I really admire Robin’s love of the research process, although I don’t think I match it. I’ve grown to not dislike research as I’ve found ways to do it which combine with processes of information gathering I already enjoy, but I’m not sure it will ever be my favorite part of an artistic project. As she explained the path she took to hone her focus and gather materials for her project, a response to Uncle Tom’s Cabin and its cultural impact, I saw bits of my own methods and passion for learning, which I think has done me well. I’ve never considered my workflow formal, or even correct, but apparently whatever it is, it can work.
