Last night we were also finally given our studio keys, so I’ve been able to check it out today. Unfortunately, I’ve been given one of the smaller office-like studios (see pic), which is a shame as it’ll mean that if I want to try out any projections, I’ll have to use another space elsewhere. I think they think that because I’ll be spending a lot of time outside with my running, that I don’t need a lot of space. Also, it has padded office-like walls covered in coarse grey fabric (!) and some plug points on the middle of the wall-space. This means that I can pin a lot of things to the wall and plug things in, but I can’t use it as a surface to draw/work on. Anyway, I’ve come in this afternoon and made the best of it by moving the table against the window (I have a fantastic view at least) and opening out the space. I’ve also put a few maps and trail info up on the wall to make it look more studio-like. At least I’ve made good use of the map-pins I found here. We’ll see- at least I’m right next to the computer room and on the same floor as the technicians, which is handy.
Did another run this morning and ventured a bit further out to the Vermillion Lakes Road (such a poetic name). This is just beyond where I ran the other day and it was really worth the trip (and the effort). Actually, it’s really flat, which is good. The views are spectacular – almost panoramic of the frozen lakes surrounded by mountains (unfortunately I didn’t have my camera on me, so I have no pics, but I will go back for sure). There was hardly anyone there and barely any cars came down- it was amazing and so peaceful, although a little windy. The run went well- I managed about 17km (about 10.5 miles), although I stopped briefly a few times to find my bearings and later on, to catch my breath- I’m still getting used to the altitude here, so it’ll probably take a while before I can do a long run straight through. I was very pleased with this though, and worth it for the scenery.
Finished the morning with a brunch at Susan Kennard’s house. Susan is the Director of the New Media Institute. It was really generous of her to invite us all into her home. We all brought something to add to the food and/or drink. It was a great thing to do on a Sunday and really welcome, especially after my run- I was starving!
Also met Nina Czegledy, who is one of the artist peer advisors (the others are Kate Rich and Willy Le Maitre).
That’s all for now- I’m off for some food before the canteen closes at 7.30 (I’ll be posting this later on). More soon.